Automatic coin selling machine

Abstract

The utility model relates to an automatic coin selling machine which comprises a coin selling machine body, a photoelectric switch and a lifting mechanism. A storage groove and an installation door are arranged on the surface of one side of the coin selling machine body, the storage groove is located under a coin outlet of the coin selling machine body, and a photoelectric switch is arranged on the side, facing the storage groove, of the installation door. The lifting mechanism is arranged in the storage groove and used for lifting the stacked plastic baskets. By arranging the coin selling machine main body, the photoelectric switch, the lifting mechanism and the like, the plastic baskets can be stacked in the placing groove through the matching relation between the lifting mechanism and the photoelectric switch, and the plastic baskets are monitored through the photoelectric switch; coins exchanged by the coin selling machine body can directly fall into the plastic basket on the topmost layer, and after a consumer takes away the plastic baskets, the stacked plastic baskets move upwards to the optoelectronic switch under the action of the lifting mechanism.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This utility model relates to the field of coin vending machine technology, specifically to an automatic coin vending machine. Background Technology

[0002] A coin vending machine (also called a coin exchange machine) is an automated device used to exchange currency. It usually refers to a machine that exchanges large denominations of currency (such as banknotes) for small denominations of currency (such as coins or small banknotes), or that exchanges between different currencies. It is very common in arcades and game centers.

[0003] Coin vending machines in arcades typically dispense large quantities of coins, which need to be stored in plastic baskets for easy carrying. These baskets are usually stacked separately, and customers need to take one and place it under the coin dispenser to wait for the coins to fall into it. This process is cumbersome and inconvenient for customers. Furthermore, because customers cannot accurately determine the location of the coin dispenser when placing the basket, it is easy for the basket to shift, meaning it is not directly under the dispenser, causing coins to fall outside the basket. Therefore, an automatic coin vending machine is proposed to solve the above problems. Utility Model Content

[0004] Based on the above description, this utility model provides an automatic coin vending machine to solve the problems of cumbersome procedures and the tendency for coins to fall outside the plastic basket when using traditional coin vending machines.

[0005] The technical solution of this utility model to solve the above-mentioned technical problems is as follows: An automatic coin vending machine, comprising: a coin vending machine body, a photoelectric switch and a lifting mechanism;

[0006] The surface of one side of the main body of the coin vending machine is provided with a storage slot and an installation door. The storage slot is located directly below the coin dispensing port of the main body of the coin vending machine, and a photoelectric switch is provided on the side of the installation door facing the storage slot.

[0007] The lifting mechanism is located inside the storage slot and is used to lift the stacked plastic baskets.

[0008] Based on the above technical solution, the present invention can be further improved as follows.

[0009] Furthermore, the main body of the coin vending machine includes a main body, a storage slot and a motor slot are provided on one side of the main body, the storage slot is located directly below the coin dispensing port of the main body of the coin vending machine, and a guide slot is provided on the inner side wall of the storage slot, which is located above the motor slot and is interconnected with it.

[0010] Furthermore, the mounting door includes a door panel that is hinged to the main body. A protrusion is provided on the top of the door panel, and a mounting groove is provided on the side of the protrusion facing the storage slot. A photoelectric switch is provided inside the mounting groove.

[0011] Furthermore, the lifting mechanism includes a motor disposed inside the motor slot, and the output shaft of the motor is provided with a threaded rod extending into the guide slot.

[0012] Furthermore, the storage slot is equipped with a lifting frame, which includes a frame plate located directly below the coin dispensing port of the coin vending machine. The upper surface of the frame plate is provided with a placement slot and two side baffles. The placement slot is located between the two side baffles, and a plastic basket is placed inside the placement slot.

[0013] Furthermore, a lifting plate is provided on the side of the frame plate facing the guide groove, and a threaded hole is provided on the upper surface of the lifting plate. The threaded rod passes through the threaded hole, and the two are mutually compatible.

[0014] Furthermore, the motor is controlled by a matching motor controller, which is connected to the photoelectric switch signal.

[0015] Compared with the prior art, the technical solution of this application has the following beneficial technical effects:

[0016] 1. This utility model, by setting up a coin vending machine body, photoelectric switch and lifting mechanism, etc., through the cooperation between the lifting mechanism and photoelectric switch, allows the plastic baskets to be stacked inside the placement slot. The photoelectric switch monitors the plastic baskets, so that the coins exchanged by the coin vending machine body can fall directly into the top plastic basket. When the consumer takes the plastic basket, the stacked plastic baskets move upward to the photoelectric switch under the action of the lifting mechanism.

[0017] 2. By setting up the installation door, the lifting frame is protected and limited, preventing it from rotating with the threaded rod and allowing it to move vertically only under the action of the threaded transmission. After the plastic basket is used up, it can be replenished by opening the installation door. Furthermore, because the position of the plastic basket is constant, it can prevent coins from falling outside the plastic basket. Attached Figure Description

[0018] Figure 1 A schematic diagram of the structure of an automatic coin vending machine provided for an embodiment of this utility model;

[0019] Figure 2 for Figure 1 Another structural diagram from another perspective;

[0020] Figure 3 for Figure 2 Another structural diagram from another perspective;

[0021] Figure 4 for Figure 2 A magnified view of a portion of region A in the middle;

[0022] Figure 5 This is a schematic diagram of the lifting frame in an embodiment of the present invention;

[0023] The attached diagram lists the components represented by each number as follows:

[0024] 1. Coin vending machine body; 11. Main body; 12. Storage slot; 13. Guide slot; 14. Motor slot; 2. Mounting door; 21. Door panel; 22. Protrusion; 23. Mounting slot; 3. Photoelectric switch; 4. Lifting frame; 41. Shelf plate; 42. Placement slot; 43. Side baffle; 44. Lifting plate; 5. Motor; 6. Threaded rod; 7. Plastic basket. Detailed Implementation

[0025] To facilitate understanding of this application, a more complete description will be provided below with reference to the accompanying drawings, which illustrate embodiments of the present application. However, the present application can be implemented in many different forms and is not limited to the embodiments described herein. Rather, these embodiments are provided so that the disclosure of this application will be thorough and complete.

[0026] Unless otherwise defined, all technical and scientific terms used herein have the same meaning as commonly understood by one of ordinary skill in the art to which this application belongs. The terminology used herein is for the purpose of describing particular embodiments only and is not intended to be limiting of the application.

[0027] When used herein, the singular forms of “a,” “an,” and “the” may also include the plural forms unless the context clearly indicates otherwise. It should also be understood that the terms “comprising,” “including,” or “having,” etc., specify the presence of the stated feature, whole, step, operation, component, part, or combination thereof, but do not preclude the possibility of the presence or addition of one or more other features, wholes, steps, operations, components, parts, or combinations thereof.

[0028] Example 1

[0029] Please see Figures 1-3 An automatic coin vending machine includes: a coin vending machine body 1, a photoelectric switch 3, and a lifting mechanism;

[0030] The surface of one side of the coin vending machine body 1 is provided with a storage slot 12 and an installation door 2. The storage slot 12 is located directly below the coin dispensing port of the coin vending machine body 1.

[0031] The main body 1 of the coin vending machine includes a main body 11. A storage slot 12 and a motor slot 14 are provided on one side of the main body 11. The storage slot 12 is located directly below the coin outlet of the main body 1. A guide slot 13 is provided on the inner side wall of the storage slot 12, which is located above the motor slot 14 and is interconnected with it.

[0032] Based on the above, the main body 11 is the existing technology of coin vending machines. Its specific working principle and structure are not described here. The storage slot 12 provides sufficient space for storing the plastic basket 7. The guide slot 13 and the storage slot 12 cooperate with each other to limit the lifting frame 4, so that the lifting frame 4 has no space to rotate around the threaded rod 6 as the center, thereby ensuring that the lifting frame 4 can only move vertically.

[0033] like Figure 2 and Figure 4 As shown, a photoelectric switch 3 is provided on the side of the mounting door 2 facing the storage slot 12. The mounting door 2 includes a door panel 21 that is hinged to the main body 11. A protrusion 22 is provided on the top of the door panel 21. A mounting slot 23 is provided on the side of the protrusion 22 facing the storage slot 12. The photoelectric switch 3 is provided inside the mounting slot 23.

[0034] Based on the above, the installation door 2 is connected to the main body 11 via a door lock. By opening the door lock, the installation door 2 can rotate around the hinge axis, allowing the stacked plastic baskets 7 to be replenished. Furthermore, the photoelectric switch 3 can monitor the plastic baskets 7 in real time. When the top layer of plastic basket 7 is removed, the photoelectric switch 3 detects this and controls the lifting mechanism to be powered on, causing the next layer of plastic baskets 7 to be raised to the position of the photoelectric switch 3.

[0035] like Figures 1-3 As shown, the lifting mechanism is located inside the storage slot 12 to lift the stacked plastic baskets 7 (preferably plastic baskets made of highly reflective material, such as ABS plastic). The lifting mechanism includes a motor 5 located inside the motor slot 14, and a threaded rod 6 extending into the guide slot 13 is provided at the output shaft of the motor 5.

[0036] like Figure 5 As shown, the storage slot 12 is provided with a lifting frame 4 inside. The lifting frame 4 includes a frame plate 41 located directly below the coin outlet of the coin vending machine body 1. The upper surface of the frame plate 41 is provided with a placement slot 42 and two side baffles 43. The placement slot 42 is located between the two side baffles 43. A plastic basket 7 is placed inside the placement slot 42.

[0037] A lifting plate 44 is provided on the side of the frame plate 41 facing the guide groove 13. A threaded hole is provided on the upper surface of the lifting plate 44. The threaded rod 6 passes through the threaded hole and the two are compatible with each other.

[0038] The motor 5 is controlled by a matching motor controller (preferably a motor of model MSMA022A1A, and a motor controller of model MADHT1507E), and the motor controller is connected to the photoelectric switch 3 for signal connection.

[0039] Based on the above, the threaded hole allows the lifting frame 4 to cooperate with the threaded rod 6, so that when the threaded rod 6 rotates, the lifting frame 4 is driven to move vertically under the action of thread transmission. The placement slot 42 and the side baffle 43 allow the plastic basket 7 to be placed inside the placement slot 42. At this time, the side baffle 43 can act as a stop to prevent the plastic basket 7 from shifting.

[0040] Furthermore, the signal from photoelectric switch 3 is transmitted to the motor controller, which then drives motor 5.

[0041] Workflow

[0042] Initial state: Plastic baskets 7 are stacked in the placement slot 42, with the top plastic basket 7 located directly below the coin outlet. Photoelectric switch 3 detects the presence of plastic baskets, and motor 5 is in standby mode.

[0043] User Coin Retrieval: After the consumer completes the coin exchange, they take the top plastic basket 7, and the photoelectric switch 3 detects the disappearance of the signal.

[0044] Automatic lifting: Photoelectric switch 3 transmits a signal to the motor controller, which drives motor 5 to rotate. The threaded rod 6 rotates, causing the lifting frame 4 to move upward along the guide groove 13 until the next layer of plastic basket 7 reaches the detection position of photoelectric switch 3.

[0045] Reset and standby: After being raised to the correct position, motor 5 stops rotating, and the new top plastic basket 7 is aligned with the coin outlet, ready for the next exchange.

[0046] Key parameters

[0047] Detection distance: The photoelectric switch 3 has a detection range of 0.1-50cm, and the sensitivity can be adjusted by a potentiometer.

[0048] Lifting speed: Motor speed 5, 10-30 rpm, corresponding to a lifting speed of 5-15 mm / s, ensuring the plastic basket rises smoothly.

[0049] Guiding accuracy: The gap between the guide groove 13 and the lifting plate 44 is ≤0.5mm to ensure the vertical movement of the lifting frame and avoid deviation.

[0050] Example 2

[0051] Based on Embodiment 1, the motor 5 and the threaded rod 6 are replaced with an electric telescopic rod. An electric telescopic rod is installed on the bottom wall inside the storage slot 12, and a lifting frame 4 is installed on the top of the electric telescopic rod.

[0052] The above description is only a preferred embodiment of the present utility model and is not intended to limit the present utility model. Any modifications, equivalent substitutions, improvements, etc., made within the spirit and principles of the present utility model should be included within the protection scope of the present utility model.

Claims

1. An automatic coin dispenser characterized by comprising: include: The main body of the coin vending machine (1), the photoelectric switch (3), and the lifting mechanism; The surface of one side of the main body (1) of the coin vending machine is provided with a storage slot (12) and an installation door (2). The storage slot (12) is located directly below the coin outlet of the main body (1) of the coin vending machine. A photoelectric switch (3) is provided on the side of the installation door (2) facing the storage slot (12). The lifting mechanism is located inside the storage slot (12) and is used to lift the stacked plastic baskets (7).

2. The automatic coin dispensing machine according to claim 1, wherein The main body (1) of the coin vending machine includes a main body (11). A storage slot (12) and a motor slot (14) are provided on one side of the main body (11). The storage slot (12) is located directly below the coin outlet of the main body (1). A guide slot (13) is provided on the inner side wall of the storage slot (12) and is located above the motor slot (14) and is interconnected with it.

3. The automatic coin dispenser according to claim 2, wherein The mounting door (2) includes a door panel (21) that is hinged to the main body (11). A protrusion (22) is provided on the top of the door panel (21). A mounting groove (23) is provided on the side of the protrusion (22) facing the storage groove (12). A photoelectric switch (3) is provided inside the mounting groove (23).

4. The automatic coin dispensing machine according to claim 2, wherein The lifting mechanism includes a motor (5) disposed inside the motor slot (14), and a threaded rod (6) extending into the guide slot (13) is provided at the output shaft of the motor (5).

5. The automatic coin dispenser according to claim 4, wherein The storage slot (12) is equipped with a lifting frame (4). The lifting frame (4) includes a frame plate (41) located directly below the coin outlet of the main body (1) of the coin vending machine. The upper surface of the frame plate (41) is provided with a placement slot (42) and two side baffles (43). The placement slot (42) is located between the two side baffles (43). A plastic basket (7) is placed inside the placement slot (42).

6. The automatic coin dispensing machine according to claim 5, wherein The support plate (41) is provided with a lifting plate (44) on the side facing the guide groove (13). The upper surface of the lifting plate (44) is provided with a threaded hole, and the threaded rod (6) passes through the threaded hole and the two are compatible with each other.

7. The automatic coin dispensing machine according to claim 4, wherein The motor (5) is controlled by a matching motor controller, which is connected to the photoelectric switch (3) via a signal.

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