Button assembly feeding and inverting device

Abstract

The utility model relates to button processing field, concretely is button accessory feeding turnover device. Including support frame, support leg, conveying device, guide frame, guide slot, interval adjusting device, slide, sleeve, shock absorbing rubber pad and silica gel antiskid layer etc. structure. Adopt the utility model can expand the range of suitable material from single metal to all categories, realize the turnover of non -magnetic material button such as plastic, resin, ceramic, greatly expand the scope of application.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This utility model relates to the field of button processing, specifically a button accessory feeding and flipping device. Background Technology

[0002] In modern life, all kinds of clothing are ubiquitous, leading to a growing market demand for clothing accessories, particularly buttons, zippers, and trouser fasteners. Therefore, for clothing manufacturing companies, enhancing their production capacity for clothing accessories is of paramount importance.

[0003] Traditional magnetic flipping devices are only suitable for metal buttons and cannot handle non-magnetic materials such as plastic and resin. Utility Model Content

[0004] The present invention aims to provide a button accessory feeding and flipping device to solve the problems mentioned in the background art.

[0005] To achieve the above objectives, this utility model provides the following technical solution:

[0006] A button accessory feeding and flipping device includes a support frame with support legs. The support frame is rotatably connected to a conveying device, which consists of two sets arranged alternately. Each conveying device includes a rotating shaft rotatably connected to the support frame. The support frame is connected to a stepper motor, and the rotating shaft is connected to the output end of the stepper motor. A rotating roller is connected to the rotating shaft, and a conveyor belt is fitted onto the rotating roller. A support plate is connected to the support frame, and the support plate cooperates with the conveyor belt. A guide frame is connected to the support frame, and the guide frame has a guide groove in a semi-circular arc shape. The guide frame cooperates with the two sets of conveying devices. A spacing adjustment device is connected to the support frame to adjust the conveying spacing. The spacing adjustment device includes a limiting baffle, and a hydraulic rod is connected to the support frame, with the telescopic end of the hydraulic rod connected to the limiting baffle.

[0007] Preferably, the limiting baffle is connected to a sliding rod, the support frame is connected to a sleeve, and the sliding rod and the sleeve are slidably connected.

[0008] Preferably, the support leg is connected to a shock-absorbing rubber pad.

[0009] Preferably, the sidewall of the feed trough is connected to a silicone anti-slip layer, and the silicone anti-slip layer has annular patterns.

[0010] Preferably, the surface of the conveyor belt is provided with elastic limiting strips, which are arranged at intervals along the conveying direction of the conveyor belt, and the elastic limiting strips are made of rubber.

[0011] Preferably, the support frame is connected to a controller and a photoelectric sensor, the stepper motor and the hydraulic rod are electrically connected to the controller, and the photoelectric sensor is signal-connected to the controller.

[0012] The beneficial effects of this technical solution compared to existing technologies are as follows:

[0013] (1) This solution utilizes a semi-circular guide chute and a silicone anti-slip layer to drive the buttons to roll naturally along an arc using gravity, with the friction of the silicone anti-slip layer precisely controlling the movement trajectory. Completely free from magnetic dependence, it allows for stable flipping of smooth resin buttons, fragile ceramic buttons, and plastic buttons with easily damaged surface coatings. This expands the applicable material range from a single metal to all categories, enabling the flipping of buttons made of non-magnetic materials such as plastic, resin, and ceramic, significantly broadening its applicability. Simultaneously, the soft and elastic silicone anti-slip layer provides stable friction while avoiding direct collisions with the buttons through flexible support, ensuring zero surface damage and significantly improving product yield. Furthermore, the continuous flipping process, achieved with two sets of staggered conveyor systems, avoids the intermittent operation of traditional single-station flipping devices, reduces waiting time, increases throughput per unit time, and meets the needs of large-scale production.

[0014] (2) By setting up a spacing adjustment device, the hydraulically driven spacing adjustment device can quickly adjust the conveying width. Combined with the guide structure of the slide bar and sleeve, it can achieve compatible conveying of buttons of different specifications, and no complicated debugging is required when changing production.

[0015] (3) By setting up shock-absorbing rubber pads, the shock-absorbing rubber pads absorb vibration energy through elastic deformation, reducing the overall shaking of the equipment, ensuring the smooth operation of the conveyor belt, and preventing the buttons from shifting due to vibration. At the same time, when the photoelectric sensor detects the button's posture, the slight vibration of the equipment may cause detection errors; the shock-absorbing setting eliminates this interference factor, improves the accuracy of the sensor in judging the button's position and angle, and indirectly improves the flipping accuracy.

[0016] (4) By setting an annular textured silicone anti-slip layer, friction is increased, guiding the button to roll along a predetermined trajectory and improving the flipping accuracy. The curvature of the semi-circular guide groove and the annular texture of the silicone anti-slip layer work together to guide the button to roll along a predetermined trajectory, ensuring the consistency of the flipping angle each time.

[0017] (5) By setting the elastic limit strip made of rubber, the button is flexibly clamped during the conveying process to prevent surface damage caused by hard collision.

[0018] (6) By setting up photoelectric sensors and controllers, the photoelectric sensors monitor the button posture in real time. When an abnormal button passage time is detected (such as jamming), the stepper motor speed is automatically increased or the hydraulic rod position is finely adjusted to avoid jamming. At the same time, it can automatically match the optimal conveying speed and limit distance for buttons of different diameters, greatly improving the success rate of flipping. Attached Figure Description

[0019] Figure 1 This is a front sectional view of the present invention;

[0020] Figure 2 A top sectional view of the limiting baffle provided by this utility model;

[0021] Reference numerals in the attached drawings: 1. Support frame; 2. Limiting baffle; 3. Conveyor belt; 4. Rotating roller; 5. Support leg; 6. Shock-absorbing rubber pad; 7. Guide frame; 8. Silicone anti-slip layer; 9. Guide trough; 10. Support plate; 11. Rotating shaft; 12. Stepper motor; 13. Hydraulic rod; 14. Sleeve; 15. Slide rod; 16. Controller; 17. Photoelectric sensor. Detailed Implementation

[0022] The present invention will now be described in further detail with reference to the accompanying drawings and embodiments:

[0023] like Figure 1-2The button accessory feeding and turning device shown includes a support frame 1, of which there are two. Support legs 5 are symmetrically connected to the bottom ends of each support frame 1. A conveying device is rotatably connected to both support frames 1. Two sets of conveying devices are arranged alternately, one above the other. Each conveying device includes a rotating shaft 11, with two shafts 11 in each set. The two shafts 11 are rotatably connected to the two support frames 1. A stepper motor 12 is connected to the outer wall of each support frame 1, and each rotating shaft 11 is connected to the output end of the stepper motor 12 to provide power to the conveying device. Rotating rollers 4 are connected to the outer walls of the two rotating shafts 11. A conveyor belt 3 is mounted on both rotating rollers 4. Driven by the stepper motor 12, the rotating rollers 4 drive the conveyor belt 3 to rotate, thus conveying the button accessories. Two support plates 10 are connected to the inner walls of the two support frames 1. The two support plates 10 cooperate with the corresponding conveyor belts 3 to support the conveyor belts 3, ensuring smooth operation and preventing slack or deviation during transmission. Two support frames 1 are connected to a guide frame 7, which has a guide groove 9. The guide groove 9 is semi-circular and uses gravity and friction to guide the buttons to roll along a specific trajectory within the groove, achieving contactless flipping. This avoids damage to the button surface and allows for precise control of the flipping angle. The guide frame 7 works in conjunction with two sets of conveying devices. The support frame 1 is connected to a spacing adjustment device, which is used to adjust the conveying spacing. The spacing adjustment device includes two limit baffles 2. Each of the two support frames 1 is connected to a hydraulic rod 13, and the telescopic ends of the two hydraulic rods 13 are connected to the corresponding limit baffles 2. Through hydraulic drive, the spacing between the two limit baffles 2 can be flexibly adjusted to quickly adapt to buttons of different diameters and thicknesses, ensuring that the buttons remain centered during conveying, preventing offset or jamming, and significantly improving the equipment's versatility.

[0024] like Figure 2 As shown, each end of the two limiting baffles 2 is connected to a sliding rod 15, and each of the two support frames 1 is connected to a sleeve 14. The two sliding rods 15 are slidably connected to their respective sleeves 14. When the hydraulic rod 13 is activated, the sliding rod 15 slides along the sleeve 14.

[0025] like Figure 2As shown, each support leg 5 has a shock-absorbing rubber pad 6 connected to its bottom, which effectively buffers the vibration generated during equipment operation, reduces noise, avoids the impact of vibration on the equipment's operating accuracy, and ensures the equipment is placed stably. The sidewall of the guide trough 9 is connected to a silicone anti-slip layer 8, which has annular patterns. During rolling, the flexible contact of the silicone layer avoids hard collisions, while the annular patterns regulate the movement trajectory, achieving contactless flipping. This protects the button surface and precisely controls the flipping posture, adapting to the processing needs of various non-magnetic materials. Several elastic limiting strips are set on the surface of the conveyor belt 3, each elastic limiting strip being spaced along the conveying direction of the conveyor belt 3 and made of rubber. During conveying, these strips limit and guide the buttons, preventing them from sliding or rolling freely on the conveyor belt 3 and ensuring that the buttons enter the guide trough 9 in a stable posture.

[0026] like Figure 1 and 2 As shown, two support frames 1 are each connected to a controller 16 and a photoelectric sensor 17. A stepper motor 12 and a hydraulic rod 13 are electrically connected to the controller 16, and the photoelectric sensor 17 is signal-connected to the controller 16. Two photoelectric sensors 17 are provided, each aligned with the inlet and outlet of the feed chute 9, respectively, to monitor the button's entry, flipping, and output status in real time, and transmit the detection signals to the controller 16. Based on signal analysis, the controller 16 controls the speed and direction of the stepper motor 12, as well as the extension and retraction of the hydraulic rod 13, optimizing the conveying rhythm or adjusting the limit distance. This achieves intelligent control of the entire feeding and flipping process, ensuring efficient and stable operation of the device, and automatically adjusting parameters according to actual conditions to adapt to different working requirements.

[0027] The specific implementation process is as follows:

[0028] In use, the operator sets initial parameters via controller 16 according to the button's diameter, thickness, and other specifications. Controller 16 sends a command to hydraulic rod 13, which extends and retracts, causing limit baffle 2 to slide along slide bar 15 within sleeve 14, adjusting the conveyor spacing. The button accessory is then placed on the upper conveyor belt 3, and stepper motor 12 is started. Power is transmitted via shaft 11 to rotating roller 4, causing conveyor belt 3 to start operating, and the button accessory is conveyed forward. Elastic limit strips spaced at intervals on the surface of conveyor belt 3 constrain the button's position through flexible contact, preventing it from sliding or rolling off the conveyor belt 3. When the button accessory reaches the inlet of guide chute 9, photoelectric sensor 17 at this location detects the button signal and transmits it to controller 16. Controller 16 records the button's entry time and determines whether the stepper motor 12's speed is appropriate according to a preset program. If an abnormality is detected, controller 16 adjusts the stepper motor 12's speed, slowing down the conveying rhythm to prevent jamming. After the button part enters the semi-circular guide trough 9, it rolls along the trough under the action of gravity. The silicone anti-slip layer 8 and its annular texture on the side wall of the guide trough 9 play a role. The flexible contact of the silicone layer avoids hard collisions, and the annular texture regulates the movement trajectory, allowing the button to roll along a specific arc in the trough, achieving contactless flipping. During the flipping process, the button's posture is precisely adjusted. When the flipped button reaches the outlet of the guide trough 9, the photoelectric sensor 17 here detects the button's output status and transmits the signal to the controller 16. The controller 16 analyzes the flipping effect of the button based on the detection signal: if the flipping is successful, the controller 16 maintains the current speed of the stepper motor 12 and the state of the hydraulic rod 13, and continues normal conveying; if the flipping failure or abnormal posture is detected, the controller 16 will adjust the speed of the stepper motor 12, slow down the conveying speed, and control the hydraulic rod 13 to fine-tune the spacing of the limit baffle 2, optimize the conveying posture of the next button, and trigger a secondary flipping process if necessary. Simultaneously, the buttons fall from the guide chute 9 onto the lower conveyor belt 3, which continues to transport them to subsequent processes. Meanwhile, the upper conveyor belt 3 continuously transports new button components, repeating the above process to achieve continuous automated operation of button component feeding and flipping.

[0029] The above descriptions are merely embodiments of this utility model. Commonly known technical solutions and / or characteristics are not described in detail here. It should be noted that those skilled in the art can make various modifications and improvements without departing from the technical solution of this utility model. These modifications and improvements should also be considered within the scope of protection of this utility model, and will not affect the effectiveness of the implementation of this utility model or the practicality of the patent. The scope of protection claimed in this application should be determined by the content of its claims, and the specific embodiments described in the specification can be used to interpret the content of the claims.

Claims

1. A button accessory feeding and flipping device, characterized in that: Includes a support frame (1), the support frame (1) is connected to support legs (5), the support frame (1) is rotatably connected to a conveying device, the conveying device is provided in two sets, the two sets of conveying devices are arranged alternately vertically, the conveying device includes a rotating shaft (11), the rotating shaft (11) is rotatably connected to the support frame (1), the support frame (1) is connected to a stepper motor (12), the rotating shaft (11) is connected to the output end of the stepper motor (12), the rotating shaft (11) is connected to a rotating roller (4), the rotating roller (4) is fitted with a conveyor belt (3), the support frame (1) is connected to There is a support plate (10), which cooperates with the conveyor belt (3). The support frame (1) is connected to a guide frame (7), which has a guide groove (9) in the shape of a semi-circular arc. The guide frame (7) cooperates with two sets of conveying devices. The support frame (1) is connected to a spacing adjustment device, which is used to adjust the conveying spacing. The spacing adjustment device includes a limiting baffle (2). The support frame (1) is connected to a hydraulic rod (13), and the telescopic end of the hydraulic rod (13) is connected to the limiting baffle (2).

2. The button accessory feeding and flipping device as described in claim 1, characterized in that: The limiting baffle (2) is connected to a sliding rod (15), and the support frame (1) is connected to a sleeve (14). The sliding rod (15) and the sleeve (14) are slidably connected.

3. The button accessory feeding and flipping device as described in claim 1, characterized in that: The support leg (5) is connected to a shock-absorbing rubber pad (6).

4. The button accessory feeding and flipping device as described in claim 1, characterized in that: The sidewall of the feed trough (9) is connected to a silicone anti-slip layer (8), and the silicone anti-slip layer (8) has annular texture.

5. The button accessory feeding and flipping device as described in claim 1, characterized in that: The surface of the conveyor belt (3) is provided with elastic limiting strips, which are arranged at intervals along the conveying direction of the conveyor belt (3) and are made of rubber.

6. The button accessory feeding and flipping device as described in claim 1, characterized in that: The support frame (1) is connected to a controller (16) and a photoelectric sensor (17). The stepper motor (12) and the hydraulic rod (13) are electrically connected to the controller (16) respectively. The photoelectric sensor (17) is signal connected to the controller (16).

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