Rapid detection tool for air conditioner energy-saving controller
By designing a rapid testing fixture, the automated testing of air conditioner energy-saving controllers is achieved, solving the problem of low efficiency in manual button testing, improving testing efficiency and accuracy, and making it suitable for the rapid testing needs of mass production.
Patent Information
- Authority / Receiving Office
- CN · China
- Patent Type
- Utility models(China)
- Current Assignee / Owner
- ZHEJIANG QINGXIN MICROELECTRONICS CO LTD
- Filing Date
- 2025-07-17
- Publication Date
- 2026-05-26
AI Technical Summary
The button detection of air conditioner energy-saving controllers relies on manual operation, which is inefficient, has limited detection speed, and is prone to errors due to human fatigue, affecting the production line progress.
Design a rapid testing fixture, comprising a circular slide rail, a slide plate, a fixture, a testing mechanism, a limit mechanism, and an infrared sensor, to realize automated cyclic conveying of multiple controllers and automated testing of button functions. The fixture simulates manual pressing through Y-axis, X-axis, and Z-axis moving components, and uses a camera to monitor the button status in real time.
Significantly improves testing efficiency, ensures proper button functionality, reduces human error, is suitable for rapid testing needs in mass production, and enhances testing accuracy and automated production line capabilities.
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Abstract
Description
Technical Field
[0001] This utility model relates to the field of testing equipment technology, specifically to a rapid testing fixture for air conditioner energy-saving controllers. Background Technology
[0002] In the production process of air conditioner energy-saving controllers, button function testing is a crucial step in ensuring product quality, directly affecting whether the controller can properly perform core functions such as temperature regulation, mode switching, and energy-saving control. With the rapid development of the air conditioning industry, the output of air conditioner energy-saving controllers is constantly increasing, placing higher demands on their testing efficiency and accuracy. Currently, the industry relies heavily on manual operation for button testing of air conditioner energy-saving controllers. Operators use handheld testing tools to press each controller button one by one, while simultaneously observing the screen display or indicator light status to determine if the function is normal. Manual button-pressing is extremely inefficient. Each controller has at least a few, and sometimes a dozen, buttons, requiring testers to maintain high concentration and repeat the pressing action. Prolonged work can easily lead to fatigue, resulting in a decrease in testing speed and severely hindering the overall progress of the production line.
[0003] Based on the above, this utility model proposes a rapid testing fixture for air conditioner energy-saving controllers, which can effectively solve the above problems. Utility Model Content
[0004] This invention addresses the shortcomings of the existing technology by providing a rapid testing fixture for air conditioner energy-saving controllers.
[0005] This utility model is achieved through the following technical solution:
[0006] A rapid testing fixture for an air conditioner energy-saving controller includes a workbench with an annular slide rail. Multiple sliding plates are slidably connected to the annular slide rail, and a fixture for placing the air conditioner energy-saving controller is fixedly connected to the top of each sliding plate. A testing mechanism for testing the buttons on the air conditioner energy-saving controller is provided on the workbench. Below the testing mechanism are two limiting mechanisms that restrict the movement of the sliding plates, located on opposite sides of the annular slide rail.
[0007] According to the above technical solution, as a further preferred technical solution, the detection mechanism includes a support frame, a Y-axis moving component is fixedly connected to the top of the support frame, an X-axis moving component is slidably connected to the Y-axis moving component, a Z-axis moving component is slidably connected to the X-axis moving component, a pressing rod is connected to the Z-axis moving component, and a camera is provided on one side of the pressing rod.
[0008] According to the above technical solution, as a further preferred technical solution, the limiting mechanism includes a housing, a push cylinder is fixedly connected inside the housing, a connecting shaft is fixedly connected to the telescopic end of the push cylinder, a limiting block is rotatably connected to the connecting shaft, the middle part of the limiting block is rotatably connected to the housing through a rotating shaft, a limiting rod is fixedly connected to the end of the limiting block away from the connecting shaft, and a through hole for the limiting rod to pass through is provided on one side of the housing.
[0009] According to the above technical solution, as a further preferred technical solution, the top of the fixture is provided with a placement slot that is similar in shape to the air conditioner energy-saving controller.
[0010] According to the above technical solution, as a further preferred technical solution, an infrared sensor for detecting the position of the slide plate is installed on the annular slide rail, and the infrared sensor is located between two limiting mechanisms.
[0011] Compared with the prior art, this utility model has the following advantages and beneficial effects:
[0012] This utility model provides a rapid testing fixture for air conditioner energy-saving controllers. By setting up a circular slide rail in conjunction with multiple slide plates with fixtures, multiple air conditioner energy-saving controllers can be cyclically transported, allowing for simultaneous preparation and testing of multiple products, significantly improving testing efficiency. Simultaneously, the testing mechanism can specifically test the controller buttons to ensure normal button function. Limiting mechanisms on both sides can precisely restrict the movement of the slide plates during testing, ensuring the controller position remains stable and improving testing accuracy. Furthermore, the entire device achieves automated assembly line operation, reducing manual intervention and human error, making it suitable for rapid testing needs in mass production. Attached Figure Description
[0013] Figure 1 This is a schematic diagram of the overall structure of this utility model;
[0014] Figure 2 for Figure 1 A magnified view of part A;
[0015] Figure 3 This is a schematic diagram of the detection mechanism structure of this utility model;
[0016] Figure 4 This is a schematic diagram of the limiting mechanism structure of this utility model;
[0017] Figure 5 This is a schematic diagram of the internal structure of the limiting mechanism of this utility model. Detailed Implementation
[0018] To enable those skilled in the art to better understand the technical solution of this utility model, the preferred embodiments of this utility model are described below in conjunction with specific examples. However, it should be understood that the accompanying drawings are for illustrative purposes only and should not be construed as limiting this patent. For better illustration of this embodiment, some components in the drawings may be omitted, enlarged, or reduced, and do not represent the actual product dimensions. It is understandable that some well-known structures and their descriptions may be omitted in the drawings for those skilled in the art. The positional relationships described in the drawings are for illustrative purposes only and should not be construed as limiting this patent.
[0019] Unless otherwise specified, the technical features of the Y-axis moving component, X-axis moving component, Z-axis moving component, etc., described in this utility model are obtained from conventional commercial channels or manufactured by conventional methods. Their specific structure, working principle, and possible control methods and spatial arrangement methods can adopt conventional choices in the field and should not be regarded as the innovation of this utility model. This is understandable to those skilled in the art, and this utility model patent will not be further elaborated in detail.
[0020] A rapid testing fixture for an air conditioner energy-saving controller includes a workbench 1 with an annular slide rail 2. Multiple slide plates 3 are slidably connected to the annular slide rail 2, and a fixture 4 for placing the air conditioner energy-saving controller is fixedly connected to the top of each slide plate 3. A testing mechanism 5 for testing the buttons of the air conditioner energy-saving controller is provided on the workbench 1. A limiting mechanism 6 for restricting the movement of the slide plates 3 is provided below the testing mechanism 5. Two limiting mechanisms 6 are provided, located on opposite sides of the annular slide rail 2.
[0021] This invention, by setting up an annular slide rail 2 in conjunction with multiple slide plates 3 equipped with fixtures 4, enables the cyclical transport of multiple air conditioning energy-saving controllers, allowing for simultaneous preparation and testing of multiple products, significantly improving testing efficiency. Simultaneously, the testing mechanism 5 can specifically test the controller buttons to ensure normal button function; the limiting mechanisms 6 on both sides can precisely restrict the movement of the slide plates 3 during testing, ensuring the controller position remains stable and improving testing accuracy. Furthermore, the entire device achieves automated assembly line operation, reducing manual intervention and human error, making it suitable for rapid testing needs in mass production.
[0022] Furthermore, in another embodiment, the detection mechanism 5 includes a support frame 51, a Y-axis moving component 52 is fixedly connected to the top of the support frame 51, an X-axis moving component 53 is slidably connected to the Y-axis moving component 52, a Z-axis moving component 54 is slidably connected to the X-axis moving component 53, a pressing rod 55 is connected to the Z-axis moving component 54, and a camera 56 is provided on one side of the pressing rod 55.
[0023] By setting up the detection mechanism 5, and with the cooperation of the Y-axis moving component 52, the X-axis moving component 53, and the Z-axis moving component 54, the pressing rod 55 can move flexibly in three-dimensional space, adapting to the button layout of the air conditioner energy-saving controller and improving the versatility of the tooling. The pressing rod 55 is used to simulate manual button pressing, and with the camera 56 on one side, it can capture the controller display status (such as screen display, indicator light changes, etc.) in real time after button operation, realizing automated detection and result recording of button function.
[0024] Furthermore, in another embodiment, the limiting mechanism 6 includes a housing 61, a push cylinder 62 is fixedly connected inside the housing 61, a connecting shaft 63 is fixedly connected to the telescopic end of the push cylinder 62, a limiting block 64 is rotatably connected to the connecting shaft 63, the middle part of the limiting block 64 is rotatably connected to the housing 61 through a rotating shaft 65, a limiting rod 66 is fixedly connected to the end of the limiting block 64 away from the connecting shaft 63, and a through hole 67 is provided on one side of the housing 61 for the limiting rod to pass through.
[0025] By setting a limiting mechanism 6, the cylinder 62 drives the connecting shaft 63, which in turn drives the limiting block 64 to rotate around the rotating shaft 65, so that the limiting rod 66 passes through the through hole 67 to limit the slide plate 3, thus quickly fixing and releasing the slide plate 3.
[0026] Furthermore, in another embodiment, the top of the fixture 4 is provided with a placement slot 41 that is similar in shape to the air conditioner energy-saving controller.
[0027] By setting a placement slot 41 on the top of the fixture 4, the controller can be accurately positioned, preventing it from shaking or shifting during the movement or detection of the slide plate 3, thus improving the reliability of the detection.
[0028] Furthermore, in another embodiment, an infrared sensor 7 for detecting the position of the slide plate 3 is installed on the annular slide rail 2, and the infrared sensor 7 is located between the two limiting mechanisms 6.
[0029] By setting an infrared sensor 7 on the circular slide rail 2, it is possible to accurately detect whether the slide plate 3 has moved to the detection station. When the slide plate 3 is detected to be in place, it can promptly send a signal to the limit mechanism 6 to trigger the limit action.
[0030] The working principle of one embodiment of this utility model is as follows:
[0031] First, the operator places the air conditioner energy-saving controller into the placement slot 41 of the fixture 4 at the top of the slide plate 3. Multiple slide plates 3 with fixtures 4 move along the annular slide rail 2. When the slide plate 3 carrying the controller moves to below the detection mechanism 5, the infrared sensor 7 on the annular slide rail 2 detects that the slide plate 3 is in position. The limiting mechanism 6 triggers the limiting action, pushing the cylinder 62 to drive the connecting shaft 63 to extend and retract, causing the limiting block 64 to rotate around the rotating shaft 65. This causes the limiting rod 66 to pass through the through hole 67 of the housing 61, extend from both sides of the annular slide rail 2, and abut against the slide plate 3, restricting its movement and ensuring the stability of the controller position during the detection process. Then, the detection mechanism 5 starts working. The Y-axis moving component 52, X-axis moving component 53, and Z-axis moving component 54 work together to move the pressing rod 55 in three-dimensional space, accurately aligning it with the button to be tested on the controller. The pressing rod 55 simulates manual button pressing, while the camera 56 on one side captures the display status of the controller in real time after the button operation, realizing automated detection and result recording of the button function. After a single controller is tested, the push cylinder 62 of the limit mechanism 6 is reset, which drives the limit rod 66 to retract into the housing 61 and releases the slide plate 3. The slide plate 3 moves along the annular slide rail 2 to the next position, and the subsequent slide plate 3 carries a new controller into the testing station, repeating the above testing process to realize continuous automated testing of batch controllers.
[0032] Based on the description and drawings of this utility model, those skilled in the art can easily manufacture or use the rapid testing fixture for air conditioner energy-saving controllers of this utility model, and can achieve the positive effects described in this utility model.
[0033] Unless otherwise specified, in this utility model, terms such as "length," "width," "upper," "lower," "front," "rear," "left," "right," "vertical," "horizontal," "top," "bottom," "inner," "outer," "clockwise," "counterclockwise," "axial," "radial," and "circumferential" indicate the orientation or positional relationship based on the orientation or positional relationship shown in the accompanying drawings. They are used only for the convenience of describing this utility model and simplifying the description, and 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. Therefore, the terms used to describe orientation or positional relationships in this utility model are for illustrative purposes only and should not be construed as limiting this patent. For those skilled in the art, the specific meaning of the above terms can be understood in conjunction with the accompanying drawings and according to the specific circumstances.
[0034] Unless otherwise expressly specified and limited, the terms "set up," "connected," and "linked" in this utility model 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 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.
[0035] The above description is merely a preferred embodiment of the present utility model and is not intended to limit the present utility model in any way. Any simple modifications or equivalent changes made to the above embodiments based on the technical essence of the present utility model shall fall within the protection scope of the present utility model.
Claims
1. A rapid testing fixture for an air conditioner energy-saving controller, characterized in that: The system includes a workbench (1) on which an annular slide rail (2) is provided; multiple slide plates (3) are slidably connected on the annular slide rail (2), and a fixture (4) for placing an air conditioner energy-saving controller is fixedly connected to the top of the slide plates (3); a detection mechanism (5) for detecting the buttons of the air conditioner energy-saving controller is provided on the workbench (1); a limiting mechanism (6) for restricting the movement of the slide plates (3) is provided below the detection mechanism (5), and two limiting mechanisms (6) are provided, located on both sides of the annular slide rail (2).
2. The rapid testing fixture for an air conditioner energy-saving controller according to claim 1, characterized in that: The detection mechanism (5) includes a support frame (51), a Y-axis moving component (52) is fixedly connected to the top of the support frame (51), an X-axis moving component (53) is slidably connected to the Y-axis moving component (52), a Z-axis moving component (54) is slidably connected to the X-axis moving component (53), a pressing rod (55) is connected to the Z-axis moving component (54), and a camera (56) is provided on one side of the pressing rod (55).
3. The rapid testing fixture for an air conditioner energy-saving controller according to claim 1, characterized in that: The limiting mechanism (6) includes a housing (61), a push cylinder (62) is fixedly connected inside the housing (61), a connecting shaft (63) is fixedly connected to the telescopic end of the push cylinder (62), a limiting block (64) is rotatably connected to the connecting shaft (63), the middle part of the limiting block (64) is rotatably connected to the housing (61) through a rotating shaft (65), a limiting rod (66) is fixedly connected to the end of the limiting block (64) away from the connecting shaft (63), and a through hole (67) for the limiting rod to pass through is provided on one side of the housing (61).
4. The rapid testing fixture for an air conditioner energy-saving controller according to claim 1, characterized in that: The top of the fixture (4) is provided with a placement slot (41) that is similar in shape to the air conditioner energy-saving controller.
5. A rapid testing fixture for an air conditioner energy-saving controller according to claim 1, characterized in that: An infrared sensor (7) for detecting the position of the slide plate (3) is installed on the annular slide rail (2), and the infrared sensor (7) is located between two limiting mechanisms (6).