Ink adding device of ink-jet printer

Abstract

The utility model relates to the field of building ceramic production equipment, in particular to a printing ink adding device of an ink-jet printer, which comprises a color identification module and a sealing box. The sealing box is communicated with an ink storage cavity of the ink-jet printer, and the sealing box is used for sealing an opening of the ink storage cavity; the color recognition module is arranged at the top of the ink storage cavity and used for recognizing the color of an ink bottle cap; the sealing box comprises a turning cover, a feeding groove and an automatic lock, and the automatic lock is arranged outside the feeding groove. A limiting part is arranged at the position, corresponding to the automatic lock, of the inner wall of the turning cover, and the limiting part is buckled and unbuckled on the automatic lock; and the automatic lock is electrically connected with the color recognition module, so that the problem that wrong colors are easy to add when ink is added to the ink-jet printer at present is solved.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This utility model relates to the field of building ceramics production equipment, and in particular to an ink adding device for an inkjet printer. Background Technology

[0002] During the tile production process, operators need to add different colored inks into the ink storage chamber of the inkjet printer according to the actual production situation.

[0003] However, inkjet printers operate almost continuously during production, especially at night when lighting is poor and operators are prone to fatigue. This can easily lead to errors in ink color addition, resulting in mismatched printed patterns and tiles that do not meet product requirements, thus reducing yield. Furthermore, to ensure continued printing, the printer must be stopped and the ink reservoir cleaned, impacting production efficiency. Therefore, an ink adding device is needed to assist operators in adding the correct ink color. Utility Model Content

[0004] To address the aforementioned shortcomings, the purpose of this invention is to propose an ink adding device for inkjet printers, thereby solving the problem of easily adding the wrong color when adding ink to inkjet printers.

[0005] To achieve this objective, the present invention adopts the following technical solution:

[0006] An ink refill device for an inkjet printer includes a color recognition module and a sealing box;

[0007] The sealing box is connected to the ink storage cavity of the inkjet printer, and the sealing box is used to close the opening of the ink storage cavity; the color recognition module is located at the top of the ink storage cavity, and the color recognition module is used to identify the color of the ink bottle cap;

[0008] The sealing box includes a flip cover, a feeding slot, and an automatic lock. The outlet of the feeding slot is connected to the inlet of the ink storage chamber. The flip cover is rotatably connected to the top of the feeding slot and is used to open and close the inlet of the feeding slot.

[0009] The automatic lock is provided on the outside of the feeding trough; a limiting part is provided on the inner wall of the flip cover corresponding to the automatic lock, and the limiting part is engaged and disengaged from the automatic lock; the automatic lock is electrically connected to the color recognition module.

[0010] Preferably, the automatic lock is an electronic spring lock, which includes a lock housing, a linkage rod, and a fixed bracket. The fixed bracket is vertically fixed inside the lock housing, the middle part of the linkage rod is swayably connected to the fixed bracket, and the end of the linkage rod is used to engage with the limiting part.

[0011] Furthermore, the electronic spring lock also includes a locking spring and an electromagnet;

[0012] The electromagnet is provided below the end of the linkage rod away from the limiting part. The electromagnet includes a magnetic core and a coil. The coil is wrapped around the magnetic core. The electromagnet is used to attract the end of the linkage rod.

[0013] The locking spring extends vertically and is disposed below the end of the linkage rod near the limiting part, with the top end of the locking spring connected to the linkage rod and the end end of the locking spring connected to the inner bottom wall of the lock housing.

[0014] Preferably, a torsion spring is provided at the hinge between the flip cover and the feed trough. The torsion spring includes a first connecting end and a second connecting end. The first connecting end is connected to the inner sidewall of the feed trough, and the second connecting end is connected to the inner wall of the flip cover.

[0015] Preferably, the system also includes an alarm, which is electrically connected to the color recognition module and sounds an alarm when color recognition fails.

[0016] Furthermore, the alarm is a buzzer.

[0017] Preferably, the bottom of the feed trough has a "V" shaped cross-section.

[0018] Preferably, the detection end of the color recognition module is located above the sealing box, and the detection end faces the sealing box.

[0019] Preferably, the sealing box is located on the upper side of the ink storage cavity, the upper surface of the sealing box flap is flush with the upper surface of the ink storage cavity, and the flap is connected to the inlet edge of the feed chute away from the ink storage cavity.

[0020] The technical solution provided by this utility model can include the following beneficial effects:

[0021] This solution includes a color recognition module and an automatic lock. The color recognition module is electrically connected to the automatic lock. When the color recognition module detects that the ink bottle cap color is the required color, the automatic lock releases the lid of the sealing box, allowing the operator to add the correct color ink to the ink storage chamber. This ensures that the added ink is the required color. If the ink bottle cap is not the correct color, the sealing box will not open. The color recognition module prevents the operator from adding the wrong ink color, which could lead to a decrease in yield and production efficiency. Attached Figure Description

[0022] Figure 1 This is a structural schematic diagram of one embodiment of the present invention.

[0023] Figure 2 yes Figure 1 Enlarged view of point A in the middle.

[0024] Figure 3 This is a cross-sectional view of one embodiment of the present invention.

[0025] Figure 4 yes Figure 3 A magnified view of point Q in the middle.

[0026] Figure 5 This is a cross-sectional view of the sealing box of this utility model in the open state.

[0027] The components include: inkjet printer 1, ink storage chamber 11, color recognition module 2, sealing box 3, flip cover 31, torsion spring 311, limiting part 312, feed trough 32, automatic lock 33, locking spring 331, linkage rod 332, electromagnet 333, and fixed bracket 334. Detailed Implementation

[0028] The embodiments of this utility model are described in detail below. Examples of these embodiments are shown in the accompanying drawings, wherein the same or similar reference numerals denote the same or similar elements or elements having the same or similar functions throughout. The embodiments described below with reference to the accompanying drawings are exemplary and are only used to explain this utility model, and should not be construed as limiting this utility model.

[0029] In the description of this utility model, it should be understood that the terms "longitudinal," "lateral," "upper," "lower," "front," "rear," "left," "right," "vertical," "horizontal," "top," "bottom," "inner," and "outer," etc., indicating the orientation or positional relationship, are based on the orientation or positional relationship shown in the accompanying drawings and are only for the convenience of describing this utility model and simplifying the description. They do not indicate or imply that the device or element referred to must have a specific orientation, or be constructed and operated in a specific orientation, and therefore should not be construed as a limitation on this utility model. Furthermore, features defined with "first" and "second" may explicitly or implicitly include one or more of these features, used to distinguish and describe features, without any order or emphasis.

[0030] In the description of this utility model, it should be noted that, unless otherwise explicitly specified and limited, the terms "installation," "connection," and "joining" should be interpreted broadly. For example, they can refer to a fixed connection, a detachable connection, or an integral connection; they can refer to a mechanical connection or an electrical connection; they can refer to a direct connection or an indirect connection through an intermediate medium; and they can refer to the internal connection of two components. Those skilled in the art can understand the specific meaning of the above terms in this utility model based on the specific circumstances.

[0031] The technical solution of this utility model will be further described below with reference to the accompanying drawings and specific embodiments.

[0032] An ink refill device for an inkjet printer includes a color recognition module 2 and a sealing box 3;

[0033] The sealing box 3 is connected to the ink storage cavity 11 of the inkjet printer 1, and the sealing box 3 is used to close the opening of the ink storage cavity 11; the color recognition module 2 is located on the top of the ink storage cavity 11, and the color recognition module 2 is used to identify the color of the ink bottle cap;

[0034] The sealing box 3 includes a flip cover 31, a feeding slot 32 and an automatic lock 33. The outlet of the feeding slot 32 is connected to the inlet of the ink storage chamber 11. The flip cover 31 is rotatably connected to the top of the feeding slot 32 and is used to open and close the inlet of the feeding slot 32.

[0035] The feed trough 32 is provided with an automatic lock 33 on its exterior; the inner wall of the flip cover 31 is provided with a limiting part 312 corresponding to the automatic lock 33, and the limiting part 312 is engaged and disengaged from the automatic lock 33; the automatic lock 33 is electrically connected to the color recognition module 2.

[0036] To address the problems existing in the prior art, this utility model proposes an ink adding device for an inkjet printer. A color recognition module 2 is set up to identify the color of the ink bottle cap. The color of the ink bottle cap corresponds to the color of the ink stored in the ink bottle. When the operator needs to add ink, they take the ink bottle, remove the ink bottle cap, and place the ink bottle cap at the detection port of the color recognition module 2. The color recognition module 2 is electrically connected to the automatic lock 33. When color recognition is successful, meaning the color of the ink bottle cap corresponds to the ink color to be added to the ink storage cavity 11, the automatic lock 33 releases the limiting part 312, thereby releasing the flip cover 31. The operator can then open the flip cover 31 and pour the correct color ink into the feed trough 32, thus adding the ink to the ink storage cavity 11. This solves the problem in the prior art where the wrong color is easily added when adding ink to the inkjet printer 1, effectively avoiding the reduction in yield and production efficiency caused by the operator adding the wrong ink color.

[0037] Preferably, the automatic lock 33 is an electronic spring lock, which includes a lock housing, a linkage rod 332 and a fixed bracket 334. The fixed bracket 334 is vertically fixed inside the lock housing. The middle part of the linkage rod 332 is swayably connected to the fixed bracket 334, and the end of the linkage rod 332 is used to engage with the limiting part 312.

[0038] The linkage rod 332 swings around its connection point with the fixed bracket 334, and in the locked state, as shown... Figure 4 As shown, the end of the linkage rod 332 contacts the limiting part 312, and the linkage rod 332 restricts the position of the limiting part 312, so that the limiting part 312 is engaged with the automatic lock 33; in the unlocked state, as Figure 5 As shown, the linkage rod 332 is separated from the limiting part 312, and the limiting part 312 is unlocked to the automatic lock 33. The linkage rod 332 ensures the smooth opening and closing of the flip cover 31.

[0039] Furthermore, the electronic spring lock also includes a locking spring 331 and an electromagnet 333;

[0040] The electromagnet 333 is provided below the end of the linkage rod 332 that is away from the limiting part 312. The electromagnet 333 includes a magnetic core and a coil. The coil is surrounded by the magnetic core. The electromagnet 333 is used to attract the end of the linkage rod 332.

[0041] The locking spring 331 extends vertically and is disposed below the end of the linkage rod 332 near the limiting part 312. The top end of the locking spring 331 is connected to the linkage rod 332, and the end of the locking spring 331 is connected to the inner bottom wall of the lock case.

[0042] Specifically, such as Figure 4 As shown, in the normal locking state and when color recognition fails, the end of the linkage rod 332 engages with the limiting part 312, the electromagnet 333 does not generate magnetism, the locking spring 331 is in a released state, and the end of the linkage rod 332 engages with the limiting part 312 to form a locking fit; when color recognition is successful, as... Figure 5 As shown, when the coil is energized, the magnetic core becomes magnetized, the linkage rod 332 is attracted and rotates, the locking spring 331 is in an energy storage state, the limiting part 312 disengages from the end of the linkage rod 332 to complete the unfastening, and the sealing box 3 is opened.

[0043] When the limiting part 312 disengages from the linkage rod 332, the coil is de-energized, and the locking spring 331 releases its energy from its stored state, causing the linkage rod 332 to return to a horizontal state. Subsequently, when the flip cover 31 is pressed down, the limiting part 312 contacts the horizontal linkage rod 332 again, achieving engagement. Furthermore, the locking spring 331 continuously provides a force to maintain the horizontal state of the linkage rod 332, making the engagement between the linkage rod 332 and the limiting part 312 tighter and more stable, thus improving the reliability of the flip cover 31's locking mechanism.

[0044] Preferably, a torsion spring 311 is provided at the hinge of the flip cover 31 and the feed groove 32. The torsion spring 311 includes a first connecting end and a second connecting end. The first connecting end is connected to the inner side wall of the feed groove 32, and the second connecting end is connected to the inner wall of the flip cover 31.

[0045] Specifically, when the automatic lock 33 releases the limiting part 312, the flip cover 31 is no longer restricted by the automatic lock 33, and the torsion spring 311 can drive the flip cover 31 to automatically pop up, making it convenient for the operator to open the flip cover 31 and add ink.

[0046] In addition, the torsion spring 311 mentioned above can ensure that during the opening and locking of the sealing box 3, the electromagnet 333 is energized only when the state of the linkage rod 332 needs to be changed, so that there is no need to continuously energize it, thus reducing energy consumption.

[0047] Preferably, the system also includes an alarm, which is electrically connected to the color recognition module 2. The alarm sounds when color recognition fails.

[0048] The alarm can remind operators to select the correct ink bottle of the corresponding color, reducing the time operators spend using ink bottle caps of incorrect colors and improving production efficiency.

[0049] Preferably, the alarm can be installed outside the ink storage cavity.

[0050] Furthermore, the alarm is a buzzer.

[0051] Because buzzers typically produce a high volume, their sound can be clearly heard even in noisy working environments, effectively penetrating the noise of machine operation and ensuring that alarm information can be detected by operators in a timely manner, without being ignored due to interference from surrounding ambient sounds.

[0052] Preferably, the bottom cross-sectional shape of the feed trough 32 is "V" shaped.

[0053] like Figure 2 As shown, the cross-section of the feed trough 32 is "V" shaped. The feed trough 32 is connected to the ink storage cavity 11. During the pouring of ink, the "V" shaped feed trough 32 can prevent the ink liquid from generating too much eddy current and backflow due to the sudden change in the shape of the feed trough 32 wall, ensuring that the ink flows smoothly and is added to the ink storage cavity 11.

[0054] Furthermore, the "V"-shaped cross section can evenly distribute the force to various parts of the feed trough 32, avoiding local stress concentration, thereby improving the overall structural strength and stability of the feed trough 32, and thus ensuring the connection stability between the sealing box 3 and the ink storage cavity 11.

[0055] Preferably, the detection end of the color recognition module 2 is located above the sealing box 3, and the detection end faces the sealing box 3.

[0056] Specifically, such as Figure 3 As shown, the detection port of the color recognition module 2 faces the sealing box 3, ensuring that the color recognition module 2 and the sealing box 3 correspond one-to-one. The compact layout of the color recognition module 2 and the sealing box 3 makes it easy for operators to intuitively feel the opening and closing status of the flip cover 31 after the color recognition module 2 has performed recognition.

[0057] Preferably, the sealing box 3 is located on the upper side of the ink storage cavity 11, the upper surface of the flip cover 31 of the sealing box 3 is flush with the upper surface of the ink storage cavity 11, and the flip cover 31 is connected to the inlet edge of the feed trough 32 away from the ink storage cavity 11.

[0058] This effectively reduces the likelihood of the flip cover 31 colliding with or getting stuck with other components of the device when operating the flip cover 31, making it easier for operators to operate.

[0059] In addition, the sealing box 3 is located on the upper side of the ink storage cavity 11, and the flip cover 31 is flush with the upper surface of the ink storage cavity 11, ensuring that the ink storage cavity 11 can store as much ink as possible to meet the usage requirements of the inkjet printer 1.

[0060] The technical principles of this utility model have been described above with reference to specific embodiments. These descriptions are merely for explaining the principles of this utility model and should not be construed as limiting the scope of protection of this utility model in any way. Based on this explanation, those skilled in the art can readily conceive of other specific embodiments of this utility model without any inventive effort, and these embodiments will all fall within the scope of protection of this utility model.

Claims

1. An ink adding device of an inkjet printer, characterized by: Includes a color recognition module and a sealing box; The sealing box is connected to the ink storage cavity of the inkjet printer, and the sealing box is used to close the opening of the ink storage cavity; the color recognition module is located at the top of the ink storage cavity, and the color recognition module is used to identify the color of the ink bottle cap; The sealing box includes a flip cover, a feeding slot, and an automatic lock. The outlet of the feeding slot is connected to the inlet of the ink storage chamber. The flip cover is rotatably connected to the top of the feeding slot and is used to open and close the inlet of the feeding slot. The automatic lock is provided on the outside of the feeding trough; a limiting part is provided on the inner wall of the flip cover corresponding to the automatic lock, and the limiting part is engaged and disengaged from the automatic lock; the automatic lock is electrically connected to the color recognition module.

2. The ink adding device of an inkjet printer according to claim 1, characterized by: The automatic lock is an electronic spring lock, which includes a lock housing, a linkage rod, and a fixed bracket. The fixed bracket is vertically fixed inside the lock housing. The middle part of the linkage rod is swayably connected to the fixed bracket, and the end of the linkage rod is used to engage with the limiting part.

3. An ink adding device of an inkjet printer according to claim 2, characterized in that: The electronic spring lock also includes a locking spring and an electromagnet; The electromagnet is provided below the end of the linkage rod away from the limiting part. The electromagnet includes a magnetic core and a coil. The coil is wrapped around the magnetic core. The electromagnet is used to attract the end of the linkage rod. The locking spring extends vertically and is disposed below the end of the linkage rod near the limiting part, with the top end of the locking spring connected to the linkage rod and the end end of the locking spring connected to the inner bottom wall of the lock housing.

4. The ink adding device of an inkjet printer according to claim 1, characterized by: A torsion spring is provided at the hinge between the flip cover and the feed trough. The torsion spring includes a first connecting end and a second connecting end. The first connecting end is connected to the inner side wall of the feed trough, and the second connecting end is connected to the inner wall of the flip cover.

5. The ink adding device of an inkjet printer according to claim 1, characterized by: It also includes an alarm, which is electrically connected to the color recognition module. When color recognition fails, the alarm will sound an alarm.

6. An ink adding device of an inkjet printer according to claim 5, characterized in that: The alarm is a buzzer.

7. The ink adding device of an inkjet printer according to claim 1, characterized by: The bottom of the feed trough has a V-shaped cross-section.

8. The ink adding device of an inkjet printer according to claim 1, characterized by: The detection end of the color recognition module is located above the sealing box, and the detection end faces the sealing box.

9. The ink adding device of an inkjet printer according to claim 1, characterized by: The sealing box is located on the upper side of the ink storage cavity. The upper surface of the sealing box's flip cover is flush with the upper surface of the ink storage cavity. The flip cover is connected to the inlet edge of the feed chute away from the ink storage cavity.

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