Automatic feeding device for spark plug cartoning machine

Abstract

This application discloses an automatic feeding device for a spark plug cartoning machine. A pusher drive is positioned at the input end of a chute, and the pusher drive extends and retracts along the width of the base. A pusher component is positioned at the output end of the pusher drive, and a limiting wall is circumferentially positioned at the upper part of the free end of the pusher component. The automatic feeding device for the spark plug cartoning machine provided by this utility model includes a feed pipe conveying a protective sleeve, a transfer table positioned corresponding to the feed pipe with a chute along the width of the base on its upper surface, a pick-up drive and the chute respectively positioned on both sides of the output end of the feed pipe, the pick-up component transferring the protective sleeve to the chute, and a pusher drive positioned at the input end of the chute. The limiting wall restricts the protective sleeve while simultaneously achieving a smooth pushing action. The pusher drive drives the protective sleeve in the chute and places it onto the spark plug fixed by the downward pressure drive. Through the above configuration, automatic feeding and placement of the spark plug protective sleeve is achieved.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This utility model relates to the field of automation, and in particular to an automatic feeding device for a spark plug cartoning machine. Background Technology

[0002] A spark plug is an ignition device installed on an internal combustion engine. Its main function is to ignite the air-fuel mixture in the cylinder by generating an electric spark, thereby driving the piston and providing power. It is one of the core components of a gasoline engine. Its components include a center electrode, side electrodes, an insulator, and a housing. The center electrode conducts high-voltage current, the side electrodes form a gap with the center electrode to generate a spark, the insulator prevents leakage of current and is usually made of ceramic material, and the housing is used to secure the spark plug and conduct heat.

[0003] Spark plugs are common consumables and are usually packaged in boxes. Due to product quality assurance issues, a protective sleeve is now commonly used to protect the electrode portion of the spark plug. However, due to the softness of the sleeve and the structural characteristics of the spark plug, the process of installing this sleeve is difficult to automate. Utility Model Content

[0004] The main purpose of this utility model is to provide an automatic feeding device for a spark plug cartoning machine, which aims to solve the problem that the sheath is relatively soft and the structural characteristics of spark plugs make it difficult to automate the sheath fitting process.

[0005] To achieve the above objectives, this utility model provides an automatic feeding device for a spark plug packaging machine, used for fitting protective sleeves onto spark plugs, characterized in that it comprises:

[0006] Base;

[0007] A feed pipe extends in the width direction of the base;

[0008] A transfer station is installed on the base and corresponds to the output end of the feed pipe. A sliding groove along the width of the base is provided on the upper surface of the transfer station. The output end of the transfer station is set to correspond to the external support mold. The spark plug is fixed to the support mold.

[0009] A material-picking drive is respectively disposed on both sides of the output end of the feed pipe and the slide groove. The material-picking drive extends and retracts along the length of the base and is provided with a material-picking component at its output end. The material-picking component is disposed corresponding to the output end of the feed pipe. A baffle is provided on the side of the material-picking component away from the material-picking drive. When the material-picking component moves toward the slide groove and separates from the output end of the feed pipe, the side of the material-picking component closes the feed pipe.

[0010] A pusher drive is provided at the input end of the slide groove. The pusher drive extends and retracts in the width direction of the base. A pusher component is provided at the output end of the pusher drive. A limiting wall is provided circumferentially at the upper part of the free end of the pusher component.

[0011] A downward drive is provided at the output end of the slide groove. The downward drive extends and retracts in the vertical direction. The output end of the downward drive is equipped with a clamping member to clamp and release the spark plug on the support mold.

[0012] Furthermore, the material-retrieving component includes a rod-shaped part and a groove block connected to each other. The rod-shaped part drives the material-retrieving drive, and the lower surface of the groove block is provided with a material-retrieving groove along the length of the slide.

[0013] Furthermore, the output end of the feed pipe is introduced to the upper surface of the transfer table, and the material handling component operates on the transfer table.

[0014] Furthermore, the upper surface of the groove block is provided with a window, and a photoelectric sensor is provided corresponding to the window.

[0015] Furthermore, the photoelectric sensor is disposed on the baffle.

[0016] Furthermore, the feed pipe has a downward slope from the input end to the output end.

[0017] Furthermore, the input end of the feed tube is connected to the vibratory feeder.

[0018] Furthermore, the operating modes of the material picking drive, the material pushing drive, and the pressing drive are selected from one of pneumatic drive, hydraulic drive, and electric motor drive.

[0019] Furthermore, a conveying function section is provided corresponding to the supporting mold.

[0020] Furthermore, the cross-section of the groove is an isosceles triangle.

[0021] The automatic feeding device for a spark plug cartoning machine provided by this utility model includes a feed pipe that conveys a protective sleeve, a transfer table that is set corresponding to the feed pipe and has a chute along the width of the base on its upper surface, a material picking drive and the chute that are respectively set on both sides of the output end of the feed pipe, the material picking component transfers to the chute to convey the protective sleeve, and a material pushing drive that is set corresponding to the input end of the chute. The protective sleeve is restricted by a limiting wall while achieving a smooth pushing action. The operation of the material pushing drive drives the protective sleeve in the chute to be fitted onto the spark plug that is fixed by the downward pressure drive. Through the above settings, the automatic feeding and fitting of the spark plug protective sleeve is realized. Attached Figure Description

[0022] Figure 1This is a schematic diagram (first perspective) of the automatic feeding device of the spark plug cartoning machine according to the first embodiment of this utility model;

[0023] Figure 2 yes Figure 1 A partial magnification;

[0024] Figure 3 This is a schematic diagram (second perspective) of the automatic feeding device of the spark plug cartoning machine according to the first embodiment of this utility model;

[0025] Figure 4 yes Figure 3 A partial magnification;

[0026] Figure 5 This is a schematic diagram of the material-taking component in the automatic feeding device of the spark plug cartoning machine according to the first embodiment of this utility model;

[0027] Figure 6 This is a schematic diagram of the transfer station of the automatic feeding device of the spark plug cartoning machine according to the first embodiment of this utility model;

[0028] Figure 7 This is a schematic diagram of the pusher component in the automatic feeding device of the spark plug cartoning machine according to the first embodiment of this utility model.

[0029] The realization of the purpose, functional features and advantages of this utility model will be further explained in conjunction with the embodiments and with reference to the accompanying drawings. Detailed Implementation

[0030] It should be understood that the specific embodiments described herein are merely illustrative of the present invention and are not intended to limit the present invention.

[0031] Those skilled in the art will understand that, unless specifically stated otherwise, the singular forms “a,” “an,” “the,” “the,” “the,” and “the” used herein may also include the plural forms. It should be further understood that the term “comprising” as used in this specification means the presence of the stated features, integers, steps, operations, elements, units, modules, and / or components, but does not exclude the presence or addition of one or more other features, integers, steps, operations, elements, units, modules, components, and / or groups thereof. It should be understood that when we say an element is “connected” or “coupled” to another element, it can be directly connected or coupled to the other element, or there may be intermediate elements. Furthermore, “connected” or “coupled” as used herein can include wireless connection or wireless coupling. The term “and / or” as used herein includes all or any units and all combinations of one or more associated listed items.

[0032] It will be understood by those skilled in the art that, unless otherwise defined, all terms used herein (including technical and scientific terms) have the same meaning as commonly understood by one of ordinary skill in the art to which this invention pertains. It should also be understood that terms such as those defined in general dictionaries should be understood to have the same meaning as in the context of the prior art, and should not be interpreted in an idealized or overly formal sense unless specifically defined as herein.

[0033] Reference Figures 1 to 7 In one embodiment of this utility model, an automatic feeding device for a spark plug boxing machine is used to fit a protective sleeve 002 onto spark plug 001, characterized in that it includes:

[0034] Base 100;

[0035] The feed pipe 200 extends in the width direction of the base 100;

[0036] A transfer station 300 is installed on the base 100 and corresponds to the output end of the feed pipe 200. A sliding groove 310 along the width of the base 100 is provided on the upper surface of the transfer station 300. The output end of the transfer station 300 is provided to the external support mold 010. The spark plug 001 is fixed to the support mold 010.

[0037] The material handling drive 400 and the slide 310 are respectively disposed on both sides of the output end of the feed pipe 200. The material handling drive 400 is driven to extend and retract in the length direction of the base 100 and the output end is provided with a material handling component 410. The material handling component 410 is disposed corresponding to the output end of the feed pipe 200. A baffle 420 is disposed on the side of the material handling component 410 away from the material handling drive 400. When the material handling component 410 moves toward the slide 310 and separates from the output end of the feed pipe 200, the side of the material handling component 410 closes the feed pipe 200.

[0038] A pusher drive 500 is provided at the input end of the slide 310. The pusher drive 500 extends and retracts in the width direction of the base 100. A pusher component 510 is provided at the output end of the pusher drive 500. A limiting wall 511 is provided circumferentially at the upper part of the free end of the pusher component 510.

[0039] A downward drive 600 is provided at the output end of the slide groove 310. The downward drive 600 extends and retracts in the vertical direction. The output end of the downward drive 600 drives a clamping member 610 to clamp and release the spark plug 001 on the support mold 010.

[0040] In the existing technology, due to product quality assurance issues, a protective sleeve is often used to protect the electrode part of the spark plug. However, due to the softness of the protective sleeve and the structural characteristics of the spark plug, the process of installing the protective sleeve is difficult to automate.

[0041] The automatic feeding device of the spark plug boxing machine provided by this utility model is used to put a protective sleeve 002 on the spark plug 001.

[0042] The base 100 serves as a fixed foundation. The base 100 is not limited to being a single unit; it can also be a modular structure.

[0043] The feed pipe 200 extends in the width direction of the base 100. The feed pipe 200 is used to convey multiple sheaths 002 arranged sequentially in the length direction. The conveying power of the feed pipe 200 can be gravity or other forces. The output end of the feed pipe 200 can be connected to a device such as a vibratory feeder to complete the sorting and conveying of the sheaths 002.

[0044] The transfer station 300 is mounted on the base 100 and corresponds to the output end of the feed pipe 200. A groove 310 along the width of the base 100 is provided on the upper surface of the transfer station 300. The output end of the transfer station 300 is set to the external support mold 010, and the spark plug 001 is fixed to the support mold 010.

[0045] The material handling drive 400 and the chute 310 are respectively disposed on both sides of the output end of the feed pipe 200. The material handling drive 400 is driven to extend and retract along the length of the base 100 and a material handling component 410 is disposed at the output end. The material handling component 410 is disposed corresponding to the output end of the feed pipe 200 and includes a rod-shaped part 411 and a groove block 412 connected to each other. The rod-shaped part 411 is driven by the material handling drive 400. The lower surface of the groove block 412 is provided with a material handling groove 413 along the length of the chute 310. A baffle 420 is disposed on the side of the material handling component 410 facing away from the material handling drive 400 to prevent excessive displacement of the sheath 002. When the groove block 412 moves towards the chute 310 and separates from the output end of the feed pipe 200, the rod-shaped part 411 closes the feed pipe 200 to prevent the sheath 002 from accidentally coming out of the feed pipe 200.

[0046] The pusher drive 500 is positioned at the input end of the corresponding slide 310. The pusher drive 500 extends and retracts in the width direction of the base 100. The output end of the pusher drive 500 is equipped with a pusher component 510. A limiting wall 511 is circumferentially positioned on the upper part of the free end of the pusher component 510. While the sheath 002 is restricted by the limiting wall 511, a smooth pushing action is achieved because the limiting wall 511 is only located on the upper part of the pusher component 510.

[0047] The output end of the downward drive 600 is set to correspond to the slide 310. The downward drive 600 extends and retracts in the vertical direction. The output end of the downward drive 600 drives the clamping member 610 to clamp and release the spark plug 001 on the support mold 010.

[0048] The specific control method can be accomplished through a preset program in the microcontroller, or through real-time detection and control by corresponding sensors, or a combination of the two control methods.

[0049] During the work process:

[0050] The feed pipe 200 conveys multiple sleeves 002 arranged sequentially along its length. The end sleeve 002 passes through the pick-up slot 413 of the slot block 412 and serves as a baffle 420. The pick-up drive 400 extends, and the pick-up component 410 transfers the sleeve 002 onto the slide 310 of the transfer table 300. The pick-up drive 400 then retracts. The pressing drive 600 extends, thereby clamping the spark plug 001 on the support mold 010 with the clamping component 610. The pushing drive 500 extends, thereby moving the sleeve 002 on the slide 310 toward the spark plug 001 on the support mold 010. After the sleeve application process is completed, the pushing drive 500 retracts.

[0051] In summary, the feed pipe 200 conveys the protective sleeve 002, the transfer table 300 is set corresponding to the feed pipe 200 and has a chute 310 on its upper surface that is as wide as the base 100. The material pick-up drive 400 and the chute 310 are respectively set on both sides of the output end of the feed pipe 200. The material pick-up component 410 transfers to the chute 310 to convey the protective sleeve 002. The material push drive 500 is set corresponding to the input end of the chute 310. While restricting the protective sleeve 002 by the limiting wall 511, it realizes a smooth pushing action. The operation of the material push drive 500 drives the protective sleeve 002 in the chute 310 to be fitted onto the spark plug 001 fixed by the pressure drive 600. Through the above settings, the automatic feeding and fitting of the protective sleeve 002 of the spark plug 001 is realized.

[0052] Reference Figure 5 In one embodiment, the material picking member 410 includes a rod-shaped part 411 and a groove block 412 connected to each other. The rod-shaped part 411 is driven by the material picking drive 400, and the lower surface of the groove block 412 is provided with a material picking groove 413 along the length of the slide groove 310.

[0053] In this embodiment, the introduction of the material pick-up slot 413 prevents the sheath 002 from abnormally flying out during the operation of the material pick-up drive 400. The central angle of the material pick-up slot 413 should not be too large, preferably within the range of 30 to 100 degrees, to avoid unnecessary fixation of the sheath 002.

[0054] Reference Figures 1 to 4In one embodiment, the output end of the feed pipe 200 is introduced to the upper surface of the transfer table 300, and the material handling component 410 operates on the transfer table 300.

[0055] In this embodiment, the output end of the feed pipe 200 is introduced to the upper surface of the transfer table 300. When the sheath 002 in the feed pipe 200 comes out, it naturally falls onto the transfer table 300. Then, through the operation of the material picking drive 400, the material picking component 410 slides on the transfer table 300, thereby the material picking drive 400 can transfer the sheath 002 into the slide groove 310.

[0056] In one embodiment, the upper surface of the slot 412 is provided with a window 414, and a photoelectric sensor is provided corresponding to the window 414.

[0057] In this embodiment, a window 414 is opened on the slot 412 so that the sheath 002 inside the slot 412 can be monitored by a photoelectric sensor, and the operation of the entire device is guided by the signal of the photoelectric sensor.

[0058] In one embodiment, the photoelectric sensor is disposed on the baffle 420.

[0059] In this embodiment, the photoelectric sensor is placed on the baffle 420, which facilitates alignment with the window 414 while maximizing space utilization.

[0060] Reference Figure 1 In one embodiment, the feed pipe 200 has a downward slope from the input end to the output end.

[0061] In this embodiment, the downward slope of the feed pipe 200 allows the sheath 002 to slide down naturally under the influence of gravity, eliminating the need for other driving devices.

[0062] In one embodiment, the input end of the feed pipe 200 is connected to a vibratory feeder.

[0063] In this embodiment, the vibratory feeder has the advantages of simplicity, efficiency, and strong adaptability, and is used to organize and transport the sheath 002. The specific type of vibratory feeder refers to common types in the prior art, without limitation or emphasis.

[0064] In one embodiment, the operating mode of the material picking drive 400, the material pushing drive 500, and the pressing drive 600 is selected from one of pneumatic drive, hydraulic drive, and electric motor drive.

[0065] In this embodiment, the material picking drive 400, the material pushing drive 500, and the pressing drive 600 perform linear drive, and their working modes can be varied. Most workshop environments are equipped with compressed air circuits, so pneumatic drive is convenient.

[0066] Reference Figure 1 In one embodiment, a conveying function unit 700 is provided corresponding to the support mold 010.

[0067] In this embodiment, the conveying function unit 700 completes the conveying of the support mold 010, thereby improving the automation level of the entire device. The conveying function unit 700 can be a conveyor belt type structure.

[0068] Reference Figure 6 In one embodiment, the cross-section of the groove 310 is an isosceles triangle.

[0069] In this embodiment, the slide groove 310 is shaped as an isosceles triangle, thereby reducing the friction between the sheath 002 and the slide groove 310 and improving the smoothness of the pusher drive 500 pushing the sheath 002.

[0070] In summary, the automatic feeding device for the spark plug cartoning machine provided by this utility model includes a feed pipe 200 that conveys a protective sleeve 002, a transfer table 300 corresponding to the feed pipe 200 and having a groove 310 on its upper surface that extends along the width of the base 100, a material picking drive 400 and the groove 310 respectively located on both sides of the output end of the feed pipe 200, the material picking component 410 transferring the protective sleeve 002 to the groove 310, and a pushing drive 500 corresponding to the input end of the groove 310. While the protective sleeve 002 is restricted by the limiting wall 511, a smooth pushing action is achieved. The operation of the pushing drive 500 drives the protective sleeve 002 in the groove 310 to be fitted onto the spark plug 001 fixed by the pressing drive 600. Through the above configuration, the automatic feeding and fitting of the protective sleeve 002 onto the spark plug 001 is achieved.

[0071] The above description is only a preferred embodiment of the present utility model and does not limit the patent scope of the present utility model. Any equivalent structural or procedural transformations made based on the content of the present utility model specification and drawings, or direct or indirect applications in other related technical fields, are similarly included within the patent protection scope of the present utility model.

Claims

1. An automatic feeding device for a spark plug cartoning machine, used for fitting a protective sleeve (002) onto the spark plug (001), characterized in that, include: Base (100); The feed pipe (200) extends in the width direction of the base (100); A transfer station (300) is installed on the base (100) and corresponds to the output end of the feed pipe (200). A groove (310) along the width of the base (100) is provided on the upper surface of the transfer station (300). The output end of the transfer station (300) is provided to the external support mold (010). The spark plug (001) is fixed to the support mold (010). The material picking drive (400) and the slide (310) are respectively disposed on both sides of the output end of the feed pipe (200). The material picking drive (400) is driven to extend and retract in the length direction of the base (100) and the output end is provided with a material picking component (410). The material picking component (410) is disposed corresponding to the output end of the feed pipe (200). A baffle (420) is disposed on the side of the material picking component (410) away from the material picking drive (400). When the material picking component (410) moves to the slide (310) and separates from the output end of the feed pipe (200), the side of the material picking component (410) closes the feed pipe (200). A pusher drive (500) is provided at the input end of the slide (310). The pusher drive (500) extends and retracts in the width direction of the base (100). A pusher component (510) is provided at the output end of the pusher drive (500). A limiting wall (511) is provided circumferentially at the upper part of the free end of the pusher component (510). A downward drive (600) is provided corresponding to the output end of the slide (310). The downward drive (600) is extended and retracted in the vertical direction. The output end of the downward drive (600) is provided with a clamping member (610) to clamp and release the spark plug (001) on the support mold (010).

2. The automatic feeding device for the spark plug cartoning machine according to claim 1, characterized in that, The material taking component (410) includes a rod-shaped part (411) and a groove block (412) connected to each other. The rod-shaped part (411) is driven by the material taking drive (400). The lower surface of the groove block (412) is provided with a material taking groove (413) along the length of the slide (310).

3. The automatic feeding device for the spark plug cartoning machine according to claim 1, characterized in that, The output end of the feed pipe (200) is introduced into the upper surface of the transfer table (300), and the material handling component (410) works on the transfer table (300).

4. The automatic feeding device for the spark plug cartoning machine according to claim 2, characterized in that, The upper surface of the slot (412) is provided with a window (414), and a photoelectric sensor is provided corresponding to the window (414).

5. The automatic feeding device for the spark plug cartoning machine according to claim 4, characterized in that, The photoelectric sensor is mounted on the baffle (420).

6. The automatic feeding device for the spark plug cartoning machine according to claim 1, characterized in that, The feed pipe (200) has a downward slope from the input end to the output end.

7. The automatic feeding device for the spark plug cartoning machine according to claim 6, characterized in that, The input end of the feed pipe (200) is connected to the vibratory feeder.

8. The automatic feeding device for a spark plug cartoning machine according to any one of claims 1 to 7, characterized in that, The operating modes of the material picking drive (400), the material pushing drive (500), and the pressure driving drive (600) are selected from one of pneumatic drive, hydraulic drive, and electric motor drive.

9. The automatic feeding device for a spark plug cartoning machine according to any one of claims 1 to 7, characterized in that, A conveying function unit (700) is provided corresponding to the support mold (010).

10. The automatic feeding device for a spark plug cartoning machine according to any one of claims 1 to 7, characterized in that, The cross-section of the groove (310) is an isosceles triangle.

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