A motion controller

Abstract

This application relates to a motion controller, including a housing, a mounting bracket, several connecting posts, and several electronic components serving as a control program carrier. The mounting bracket includes a mounting plate and a first wing plate, the first wing plate being disposed on the mounting plate. The connecting posts are mounted on the mounting plate and are used to mount the electronic components. The first wing plate is used to connect the mounting plate and the housing. Because of its relatively simple structure, the mounting plate and connecting plate can be directly manufactured by extruding aluminum. The extruded mounting plate and interceptor plate have high strength, so the mounting plate itself can serve as a support. Furthermore, depending on the electronic components, the connecting posts can be removed and replaced with corresponding connecting posts, expanding the range of electronic components that can be mounted on the mounting plate and improving its applicability.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This application relates to the technical field of controllers, and more particularly to a motion controller. Background Technology

[0002] Motion controllers are core components in automation systems, primarily used to precisely control the movement of motors or actuators, enabling complex motion trajectories and coordinated operations.

[0003] The motion controller includes a housing and a mounting bracket. The mounting bracket is used to mount electronic components, and the housing protects the mounting bracket. Traditional mounting brackets are manufactured using a die-casting process. Figure 1 Traditional mounting brackets are designed with numerous reinforcing ribs to reduce wall thickness and eliminate internal recesses, deep holes, and deep cavities. While ensuring uniform wall thickness, this also guarantees the strength of the mounting bracket. However, this makes the structure of traditional mounting brackets more complex, slower to manufacture, and more cumbersome to install. Furthermore, due to size limitations, the presence of reinforcing ribs, and the need for die casting, traditional mounting brackets have limited installation space and a smaller range of adjustable lengths for connecting columns used to connect components, resulting in poor compatibility with component installation. Utility Model Content

[0004] To address the problems of cumbersome manufacturing and installation of mounting brackets and limited selection of control modules in traditional motion controllers, this application provides a motion controller.

[0005] The motion controller provided in this application adopts the following technical solution:

[0006] A motion controller includes a housing, a mounting frame, several connecting columns, and several electronic components serving as a carrier of a control program. The mounting frame includes a mounting plate and a first wing plate, the first wing plate being disposed on the mounting plate. The connecting columns are mounted on the mounting plate and are used to mount the electronic components. The first wing plate is used to connect the mounting plate and the housing.

[0007] With the above technical solution, due to the relatively simple structure, the mounting plate and connecting plate can be directly manufactured by aluminum extrusion molding. The extruded mounting plate and interceptor plate have high strength, so the mounting plate itself can serve as a support component. Furthermore, depending on the electronic components, the connecting post can be removed and replaced with the corresponding connecting post, which expands the range of electronic components that can be installed on the mounting plate and improves the applicability of the mounting plate.

[0008] Optionally, the mounting plate has several threaded holes, and the connecting post can be detachably installed on the mounting plate by means of threaded connection with the threaded holes.

[0009] With the above technical solution, the connecting column is connected to the mounting plate through threaded holes. After the mounting plate is processed, for different electronic components that need to be installed, only the corresponding threaded holes need to be opened on the mounting plate, and then the corresponding connecting column can be installed to complete the adaptation. There is no need to modify the mounting plate itself. The same mounting bracket can be used to install electronic components for different controllers, which allows the mounting brackets to be mass-produced at one time. This reduces the production cost of the mounting brackets and also reduces the design difficulty of new controllers. Moreover, since the mounting brackets can be prepared in advance, the stored mounting brackets can be directly used during actual production, which improves the production efficiency of new controllers.

[0010] Optionally, the mounting plate is connected to the middle of the first wing plate, the first wing plate is provided with a plurality of reinforcing ribs, the reinforcing ribs are parallel to the surface of the mounting plate, and the reinforcing ribs are evenly distributed on both sides of the mounting plate.

[0011] Optionally, the mounting plate has a second wing plate on the side opposite to the first wing plate, and the mounting plate is connected to the middle of the second wing plate.

[0012] Optionally, the mounting plate passes through the second wing plate, and the portion of the mounting plate passing through the second wing plate can also be used to install a connecting column.

[0013] Optionally, both ends of the reinforcing rib are provided with connecting holes, and the housing is provided with connecting bolts. The connecting holes are used to cooperate with the connecting bolts to connect and fix the housing to the first wing plate. Both ends of the second wing plate are also provided with connecting holes of the same function.

[0014] Optionally, the reinforcing rib has a connecting groove on the side wall opposite to the first wing plate, and the second wing plate also has a connecting groove on the side wall opposite to the mounting plate. The side wall of the connecting groove is curved in an arc shape to form the connecting hole.

[0015] Optionally, the first wing plate has fixing holes at any two opposite corners for connecting to external devices.

[0016] Optionally, the mounting plate has a through-hole for weight reduction, and the portion of the electronic components and accessories with a large number of parts is located at the weight reduction hole.

[0017] In summary, due to its relatively simple structure, the mounting plate and connecting plate of this application can be directly manufactured by extruding aluminum. The extruded mounting plate and interceptor plate have high strength, so the mounting plate itself can serve as a support component. Furthermore, depending on the electronic components, the connecting posts can be removed and replaced with the corresponding ones, expanding the range of electronic components that can be installed on the mounting plate and improving its applicability. Since the connecting posts are connected to the mounting plate through threaded holes, after the mounting plate is processed, for different electronic components that need to be installed, only the corresponding threaded holes need to be made on the mounting plate, and then the corresponding connecting posts need to be installed to complete the adaptation, without modifying the mounting plate itself. The same mounting bracket can be used to install electronic components for different controllers, allowing the mounting brackets to be mass-produced at once, reducing the production cost of the mounting brackets and also reducing the design difficulty of new controllers. Moreover, since the mounting brackets can be prepared in advance, the stored mounting brackets can be directly used during actual production, improving the production efficiency of new controllers. Attached Figure Description

[0018] Figure 1 This is a three-dimensional structural diagram of the relevant technology of this application.

[0019] Figure 2 This is a three-dimensional structural diagram of this application.

[0020] Figure 3 This is an exploded diagram of this application.

[0021] Figure 4 This is a three-dimensional structural diagram of the mounting plate in this application.

[0022] Those skilled in the art will understand that the elements in the accompanying drawings are shown for simplicity and clarity and are not necessarily drawn to scale. For example, the size and position of some elements in the drawings may be enlarged relative to other elements to aid in understanding the embodiments of the invention.

[0023] Reference numerals: 1. Housing; 2. Mounting bracket; 21. Mounting plate; 22. First wing plate; 23. Second wing plate; 24. Weight reduction hole; 25. Threaded hole; 3. Reinforcing rib; 4. Connecting groove; 5. Connecting hole; 6. Connecting column; 7. Connecting bolt; 8. Electronic component. Implementation

[0024] Reference Figure 1The mounting bracket 2 inside the traditional controller is made by die casting. In order to reduce the plate thickness and overall weight, the aluminum mounting bracket 2 inside the traditional controller is made by die casting, so the plate thickness is large. At the same time, in order to reduce the overall weight, multiple slots need to be opened in the mounting bracket 2, which makes the overall structure more complex. In addition, due to the one-piece die casting, the length of the connecting post 6 on the mounting bracket 2 for mounting electronic components 8 is limited, and it is not possible to install larger electronic components 8.

[0025] The following is in conjunction with the appendix Figure 2-4 This application will be described in further detail.

[0026] This application discloses a motion controller, with reference to... Figure 2 and Figure 3 It includes a housing 1, a mounting bracket 2, several connecting columns 6, and several electronic components 8 that serve as carriers for motion control programs.

[0027] Reference Figure 3 and Figure 4 The mounting bracket 2 includes a rectangular mounting plate 21 and a rectangular first wing plate 22. One side of the mounting plate 21 is integrally connected to the middle of the first wing plate 22. Threaded holes 25 are formed on the mounting plate 21, and the positions of the threaded holes 25 are determined according to the mounting holes of the electronic components 8 to be installed. Connecting posts 6 are threaded into the threaded holes 25 for installing the electronic components 8. The first wing plate 22 is used to connect to the housing 1.

[0028] Reference Figure 3 and Figure 4 The mounting plate 21 and the first wing plate 22 are made by extruding aluminum. Compared with traditional die-cast parts, the mounting plate 21 and the first wing plate 22 made by extruding aluminum have higher strength, so the mounting plate 21 does not need to be equipped with multiple reinforcing ribs 3 to increase strength as in the traditional die-cast mounting frame 2.

[0029] Furthermore, compared to traditional die casting, aluminum extrusion results in simpler post-processing and faster overall production efficiency.

[0030] Therefore, compared with the traditional die-cast aluminum mounting bracket 2, the mounting bracket 2 in this embodiment has a larger installation area. Since the threaded hole 25 of the mounting connecting post 6 is drilled later, the threaded hole 25 can be opened on the mounting plate 21 according to the actual needs of the mounting hole position of the electronic component 8, and then the corresponding connecting post 6 can be installed, which greatly improves the applicability of the mounting bracket 2.

[0031] Reference Figure 3 and Figure 4Furthermore, since both completed and under-design motion controllers can directly use the mounting bracket 2 in this embodiment without modifying the mounting bracket 2 itself, only requiring the corresponding threaded holes 25 to be made on the mounting plate 21 of the un-drilled mounting bracket 2 to complete the adaptive processing, the mounting bracket 2 in this embodiment can be prefabricated and stored in large quantities. When the new motion controller is produced, it can be directly used for manufacturing, greatly improving the production efficiency of the new motion controller. At the same time, due to the versatility of the mounting bracket 2, there will be no inventory accumulation of the mounting bracket 2, reducing the production risk of enterprises.

[0032] Reference Figure 3 and Figure 4 When installing electronic component 8, since the middle part of the first wing plate 22 is connected to the mounting plate 21, and the first wing plate 22 is used to connect to the housing 1, components can be installed on both sides of the connecting plate.

[0033] The connecting plate and the first wing plate 22 are connected at a right angle, and a number of reinforcing ribs 3 are integrally provided on the first wing plate 22 on both sides of the connecting plate. The number of reinforcing ribs 3 is determined according to the size of the mounting frame 2. In this embodiment, one reinforcing rib 3 is used.

[0034] The reinforcing rib 3 is arranged along the length of the first wing plate 22. The distance between the reinforcing rib 3 and the mounting plate 21 is set to 15-25 mm. This distance ensures that the reinforcing rib 3 does not easily interfere with the installation of the electronic component 8 when the mounting plate 21 is installed.

[0035] Reference Figure 3 and Figure 4 The reinforcing rib 3 is located on the side where the first wing plate 22 is connected to the mounting plate 21. The side wall of the reinforcing rib 3 facing away from the first wing plate 22 has a connecting groove 4 along its length. The side wall of the reinforcing rib 3 with the connecting groove 4 is curved in an arc shape, so that the inner wall of the connecting groove 4 is curved in a cylindrical shape to form a connecting hole 5. The housing 1 is threadedly connected to the connecting hole 5 by bolts, thereby fixing the housing 1 and the mounting bracket 2.

[0036] Meanwhile, the reinforcing rib 3 designed above does not require additional drilling when processing the connecting hole 5. During extrusion molding, the connecting hole 5 is formed by bending the two parts on the side of the reinforcing rib 3 with the connecting groove 4. This makes it easier to form the connecting hole 5 without leaving any residue from drilling.

[0037] At the same time, when the controller is in use, there will be no debris left in the connection hole 5 due to drilling that will interfere with the controller.

[0038] Reference Figure 3 and Figure 4The mounting plate 21 has a second wing plate 23 integrally provided on the side opposite to the first wing plate 22. The side of the mounting plate 21 opposite to the first wing plate 22 passes through the middle of the second wing plate 23, so that the mounting plate 21 and the second wing plate 23 form a cross. The second wing plate 23 is used to reinforce the side of the mounting plate 21 opposite to the first wing plate 22, so that the mounting plate 21 is less likely to warp during extrusion and subsequent drilling.

[0039] Reference Figure 3 and Figure 4 The portion of the mounting plate 21 that passes through the second wing plate 23 can also be used to install the connecting column 6, reducing the waste of mounting space on the mounting plate 21. At the same time, when installing the electronic component 8, the second wing plate 23 can support the electronic component 8, making the installation of the electronic component 8 more stable.

[0040] Reference Figure 3 and Figure 4 The second wing plate 23 is also provided with connecting grooves 4 and connecting holes 5 on both sides away from the mounting plate 21 in the same manner as the reinforcing rib 3.

[0041] Reference Figure 3 and Figure 4 The mounting bracket 2 is bolted to the housing 1 through the connecting holes 5 on the second wing plate 23 and the reinforcing rib 3, making the connection between the mounting bracket 2 and the housing 1 more stable.

[0042] Fixing holes are provided at both diagonally opposite ends of the first wing plate 22. The connection with external equipment is made more convenient by bolts through the fixing holes.

[0043] Reference Figure 3 and Figure 4 The mounting plate 21 has weight reduction holes 24, which are used to reduce the overall weight of the mounting bracket 2. The weight reduction holes 24 are located in the densely distributed parts of the electronic components 8. This not only helps to dissipate heat in the densely distributed parts of the electronic components 8, but also serves as a connection channel when the electronic components 8 on both sides of the mounting plate 21 need to be connected.

[0044] The above are all preferred embodiments of this application, and are not intended to limit the scope of protection of this application. Therefore, all equivalent changes made in accordance with the structure, shape and principle of this application should be covered within the scope of protection of this application.

Claims

1. A motion controller, characterized in that: The device includes a housing (1), a mounting frame (2), several connecting posts (6), and several electronic components (8) serving as carriers for control programs. The mounting frame (2) includes a mounting plate (21) and a first wing plate (22). The first wing plate (22) is disposed on the mounting plate (21). The connecting posts (6) are mounted on the mounting plate (21). The connecting posts (6) are used to mount the electronic components (8). The first wing plate (22) is used to connect the mounting plate (21) and the housing (1).

2. A motion controller according to claim 1, characterized in that: The mounting plate (21) has a plurality of threaded holes (25), and the connecting post (6) can be detachably installed on the mounting plate (21) by means of threaded connection with the threaded holes (25).

3. A motion controller according to claim 1, characterized in that: The mounting plate (21) is connected to the middle of the first wing plate (22). The first wing plate (22) is provided with a plurality of reinforcing ribs (3). The reinforcing ribs (3) are parallel to the surface of the mounting plate (21) and are evenly distributed on both sides of the mounting plate (21).

4. A motion controller according to claim 3, characterized in that: The mounting plate (21) has a second wing plate (23) on the side opposite to the first wing plate (22), and the mounting plate (21) is connected to the middle of the second wing plate (23).

5. A motion controller according to claim 4, characterized in that: The mounting plate (21) passes through the second wing plate (23), and the portion of the mounting plate (21) that passes through the second wing plate (23) can also be used to install the connecting column (6).

6. A motion controller according to claim 4, characterized in that: Both ends of the reinforcing rib (3) are provided with connecting holes (5), the housing (1) is provided with connecting bolts (7), the connecting holes (5) are used to cooperate with the connecting bolts (7) to connect and fix the housing (1) to the first wing plate (22), and both ends of the second wing plate (23) are also provided with connecting holes (5) with the same function.

7. A motion controller according to claim 6, characterized in that: The reinforcing rib (3) has a connecting groove (4) on the side wall away from the first wing plate (22), and the second wing plate (23) also has a connecting groove (4) on the side wall away from the mounting plate (21). The side wall of the connecting groove (4) is curved in an arc shape to form the connecting hole (5).

8. A motion controller according to claim 1, characterized in that: The first wing plate (22) has fixing holes at any two opposite corners, which are used to connect to external equipment.

9. A motion controller according to claim 1, characterized in that: The mounting plate (21) has a through-hole (24) for weight reduction, and the part of the electronic component (8) with more accessories is located at the weight reduction hole (24).

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