A flipping mechanism for laser-etched edge bands

Abstract

This invention proposes a flipping mechanism for laser-etching edge codes of a plate, comprising: a segmented clamping plate assembly, wherein the segmented clamping plate assembly consists of at least two independent clamping plate groups, and a notch area is provided between adjacent independent clamping plate groups. The position of the notch area corresponds to the laser-etching area on the edge of the product plate to avoid obstructing the laser-etching operation. Through the modular design of the segmented clamping plate assembly, this invention sets a precisely aligned notch area between adjacent clamping plate groups, which not only ensures the uniform distribution of clamping force, but also provides an unobstructed space for laser-etching operation. Thus, while being compatible with existing processes, it significantly improves the overall efficiency and applicability of the equipment.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This utility model relates to the field of flip-plate clamping technology, and more specifically, to a flip-plate mechanism that can laser-etch edge codes. Background Technology

[0002] In fields such as electronics manufacturing, printing, and sheet metal processing, flipping mechanisms are widely used in double-sided processing or inspection of products. Traditional flipping mechanisms typically use cylinders to drive guide rails, which in turn move the entire clamping plate to hold the product's edge, switching between the front and back sides through a flipping motion. While this type of structure offers high clamping stability, it has significant limitations in practical applications: when laser marking (such as QR codes, serial numbers, etc.) is required on the product's edge, the laser area is often within 5mm of the edge, but the entire clamping plate structure completely covers this area, making laser marking impossible and severely restricting process compatibility.

[0003] In existing technologies, solving the occlusion problem usually requires adjusting the position of the clamping plate or the layout of the laser area. However, due to limitations in product design specifications or processing precision requirements, such adjustments are often not feasible. For example, shifting the laser area inward may affect the product's functionality or aesthetics; while shortening the clamping plate length will reduce clamping stability and may even cause the product to fall off during flipping. In addition, some solutions attempt to create holes in the clamping plate to avoid the laser area, but such designs require redesigning the clamping plate structure and cannot adapt to products of different sizes or laser positions, lacking flexibility.

[0004] Therefore, there is an urgent need for a new type of flipping mechanism that can maintain the original clamping stability and flipping efficiency while avoiding obstruction of the laser area on the edge of the plate through structural innovation. Utility Model Content

[0005] In view of this, the present invention proposes a flipping mechanism for laser-etching edge codes of a plate, comprising: a segmented clamping plate assembly, wherein the segmented clamping plate assembly is composed of at least two independent clamping plate groups 10, and a notch area 20 is provided between adjacent independent clamping plate groups 10. The position of the notch area 20 corresponds to the laser-etching area of ​​the product plate edge, so as to avoid obstructing the laser-etching operation. Through the modular design of the segmented clamping plate assembly, the present invention sets a precisely aligned notch area 20 between adjacent clamping plate groups, which not only ensures the uniform distribution of clamping force, but also provides an unobstructed space for laser-etching operation, thereby significantly improving the overall efficiency and applicability of the equipment while being compatible with existing processes.

[0006] A flipping mechanism for laser-etched edge markings on a product board, characterized in that it comprises: a segmented clamping plate assembly, wherein the segmented clamping plate assembly is composed of at least two independent clamping plate groups 10, and a notch area 20 is provided between adjacent independent clamping plate groups 10, the position of the notch area 20 corresponding to the laser-etching area of ​​the product board edge, for the purpose of avoiding obstruction of laser operation; each independent clamping plate group 10 is composed of symmetrically spaced parallel independent clamping plate groups 11, and a flipping clamping plate track is provided between each independent clamping plate group 10 and the symmetrically spaced parallel independent clamping plate groups 11. 12, used for placing products, each independent clamping plate 11 is slidably connected to the mounting bracket 30, the segmented clamping plate assembly is connected to a power system, the power system drives the independent clamping plates 11 of each segmented clamping plate assembly 10 to slide to clamp the product; the opposite end of the mounting bracket 30 where the segmented clamping plate assembly is mounted is connected to a flipping execution unit 40, used to drive the segmented clamping plate assembly to complete the flipping action after clamping the product; wherein, the segmented clamping plate assembly can complete the laser operation through the notch area 20 before and after flipping.

[0007] Furthermore, the clamping surface of the independent clamping plate 11 is provided with an anti-slip material layer to enhance clamping stability.

[0008] In some embodiments, the width of the notch region 20 is adjustable to accommodate laser regions of different sizes.

[0009] In some embodiments, the power system includes a first cylinder 51, a second cylinder 52, a third cylinder 53, and a fourth cylinder 54. The output shafts of the first cylinder 51 and the third cylinder 53 are respectively connected to the independent clamping plates 11 of one segment of the independent clamping plate group 10. The output shafts of the second cylinder 52 and the fourth cylinder 54 are respectively connected to the independent clamping plates 11 of the independent clamping plate group 10 adjacent to the segment of the independent clamping plate group 10. In actual use, the product enters the flip-plate clamping track 12. The first cylinder 51 and the third cylinder 53 drive the connected independent clamping plates 11 to clamp the product from bottom to top. After laser engraving is completed, the flip-plate execution unit 40 performs a flip-plate action. After completion, the first cylinder 51 and the third cylinder 53 are released, and the second cylinder 52 and the fourth cylinder 54 work, also clamping the product from bottom to top. After clamping the product, the laser engraving operation can be completed.

[0010] Furthermore, the mounting bracket 30 is also equipped with a positioning sensor. After a laser engraving operation is completed at the middle notch position, a flipping action is performed. After the flipping is completed, the positioning sensor gives a signal that the flipping is complete. Then, the first cylinder 51 and the third cylinder 53 release the independent clamping plate 11 they are connected to, and the product is in a free state.

[0011] In some embodiments, a transmission system is provided around the upper independent clamping plate 11 of an adjacent independent clamping plate group 10 or around the lower independent clamping plate 11 of an adjacent independent clamping plate group 10 for transporting the product after laser engraving is completed.

[0012] Furthermore, the transmission system includes a drive roller 55, a pulley set, a timing pulley set, and a timing belt. The pulley set includes a first pulley 56, a second pulley 57, a third pulley 58, and a fourth pulley 59. The first pulley 56 and the second pulley 57 are located on both sides of one of the independent clamping plates 11, and the third pulley 58 and the fourth pulley 59 are located on both sides of another independent clamping plate 11 at a horizontal position. The timing pulleys include a first timing pulley 61 and a second timing pulley 62. The drive roller 55 passes through the mounting bracket 30 and connects to the first pulley 56. The first pulley 56 and the second pulley 57 are connected by a first conveyor belt 63. The rotation of the drive roller 55 drives the first pulley 56 to rotate. The first conveyor belt 63 is driven to move, and the first conveyor belt 63 drives the second pulley 57 to rotate. The first synchronous pulley 61 is installed on the shaft of the second pulley 57, that is, when the second pulley 57 rotates, the first synchronous pulley 61 rotates. The first synchronous pulley 61 and the second synchronous pulley 62 are connected by the first synchronous belt. The rotation of the first synchronous pulley 61 drives the synchronous belt to rotate, which in turn drives the second synchronous pulley 62 to rotate. The second synchronous pulley 62 is installed on the shaft of the third pulley 58. The third pulley 58 and the second pulley 57 are connected by the second conveyor belt 65. When the second synchronous pulley 62 rotates, the third pulley 58 drives the second conveyor belt to rotate together, which in turn drives the fourth pulley 59 to rotate together, thus realizing the synchronous plate transfer function of the segmented clamping plate assembly.

[0013] Furthermore, the drive roller 55 is a rubber-coated roller.

[0014] Furthermore, a tensioning wheel 66 is provided at the first synchronous pulley 61. One end of the tensioning wheel 66 is detachably connected to the mounting bracket 30 via a tensioning wheel 66 connecting rod. The outer periphery of the tensioning wheel 66 abuts against the first synchronous belt, and is used to adjust the tension of the first synchronous belt by adjusting the position of the tensioning wheel 66 relative to the mounting bracket 30.

[0015] In some embodiments, a laser device is provided above or to the side of the notch region 20 for lasering the edge of the plate when the product is clamped.

[0016] Furthermore, the laser device is a laser engraving machine, and its installation position is aligned with the vertical or horizontal direction of the notch area 20.

[0017] In some embodiments, the flipping execution unit 40 achieves a 180-degree flip of the segmented clamping plate assembly via a rotating shaft or a flipping guide rail.

[0018] The beneficial effects of this utility model are as follows: This utility model proposes a flipping mechanism for laser-etching edge codes of a plate, comprising: a segmented clamping plate assembly, wherein the segmented clamping plate assembly is composed of at least two independent clamping plate groups 10, and a notch area 20 is provided between adjacent independent clamping plate groups 10. The position of the notch area 20 corresponds to the laser-etching area of ​​the product plate edge, which is used to avoid obstructing the laser-etching operation. Through the modular design of the segmented clamping plate assembly, this invention sets a precisely aligned notch area 20 between adjacent clamping plate groups, which not only ensures the uniform distribution of clamping force, but also provides an unobstructed space for laser-etching operation. Thus, while being compatible with existing processes, it significantly improves the overall efficiency and applicability of the equipment. Attached Figure Description

[0019] Figure 1 This is a front view of the laser-cut edge band of this utility model.

[0020] Figure 2 This is a rear view of the laser-cut edge band of this utility model.

[0021] Figure 3 This is a structural diagram of the front of the laser-etchable edge code of this utility model.

[0022] Figure 4 This is a structural diagram of the reverse side of the laser-etchable edge code of this utility model.

[0023] Explanation of symbols for key components.

[0024] The following detailed description, in conjunction with the accompanying drawings, will further illustrate this utility model.

[0025] Independent clamping plate assembly 10, independent clamping plate 11, notch area 20, flip clamping plate track 12, mounting bracket 30, flipping plate execution unit 40, first cylinder 51, second cylinder 52, third cylinder 53, fourth cylinder 54, drive roller 55, first pulley 56, second pulley 57, third pulley 58, fourth pulley 59, first synchronous pulley 61, second synchronous pulley 62, first conveyor belt 63, second conveyor belt 65, tensioning pulley 66. Detailed Implementation

[0026] Example 1:

[0027] like Figure 1-4As shown, a flipping mechanism for laser-etched edge codes of a product board includes: a segmented clamping plate assembly, which is composed of at least two independent clamping plate groups 10. A notch area 20 is provided between adjacent independent clamping plate groups 10. The position of the notch area 20 corresponds to the laser-etched area on the edge of the product board to avoid obstructing the laser-etching operation. The width of the notch area 20 is adjustable to accommodate laser-etched areas of different sizes. Each independent clamping plate group 10 consists of symmetrically spaced parallel independent clamping plate groups 10. The clamping surface of each independent clamping plate 11 is provided with an anti-slip material layer to enhance clamping stability. A flip-plate rail 12 is provided between the symmetrically spaced parallel independent clamping plates 11 for placing products. Each independent clamping plate 11 is slidably connected to the mounting bracket 30. The segmented clamping plate assembly is connected to a power system, which drives the independent clamping plates 11 of each segmented clamping plate assembly 10 to slide and clamp the products. The opposite end of the mounting bracket 30 where the segmented clamping plate assembly is mounted is connected to a flip-plate execution unit 40, which drives the segmented clamping plate assembly to complete the flip-plate action after clamping the products. The segmented clamping plate assembly can complete the laser operation through the notch area 20 before and after flipping the plate.

[0028] The power system includes a first cylinder 51, a second cylinder 52, a third cylinder 53, and a fourth cylinder 54. The output shafts of the first cylinder 51 and the third cylinder 53 are respectively connected to the independent clamping plates 11 of one section of the independent clamping plate group 10. The output shafts of the second cylinder 52 and the fourth cylinder 54 are respectively connected to the independent clamping plates 11 of the independent clamping plate group 10 adjacent to that section. In actual use, when the product enters the flip-plate clamping track 12, the first cylinder 51 and the third cylinder 53 drive the connected independent clamping plates 11 to clamp the product from bottom to top. After the laser engraving is completed, the flipping execution unit 40 performs a flipping action. After completion, the first cylinder 51 and the third cylinder 53 are released, and the second cylinder 52 and the fourth cylinder 54 work to clamp the product from bottom to top. After clamping the product, the laser operation can be completed. The mounting bracket 30 is also equipped with a position sensor. When the laser engraving operation is completed at the middle notch position, the flipping action is performed. After the flipping is completed, the position sensor gives a signal that the flipping is completed. Then the first cylinder 51 and the third cylinder 53 release the independent clamping plate 11 connected to them, and the product is in a free state.

[0029] A transmission system is provided around the upper independent clamping plate 11 of an adjacent independent clamping plate group 10 or around the lower independent clamping plate 11 of an adjacent independent clamping plate group 10 for transporting the product after laser engraving. The transmission system includes a drive roller 55, a pulley group, a synchronous pulley group, and a synchronous belt. The pulley group includes a first pulley 56, a second pulley 57, a third pulley 58, and a fourth pulley 59. The first pulley 56 and the second pulley 57 are located on both sides of one of the independent clamping plates 11, and the third pulley 58 and the fourth pulley 59 are located on both sides of another independent clamping plate 11 at a horizontal position. The synchronous pulley includes a first synchronous pulley 61 and a second synchronous pulley 62. The drive roller 55 passes through the mounting bracket 30 and connects to the first pulley 56. The first pulley 56 and the second pulley 57 are connected by a first conveyor belt 63. The rotation of the drive roller 55 drives the first pulley 56 to rotate, which in turn drives the first conveyor belt 63 to move. At the same time, the first conveyor belt 63 drives the second pulley 57 to rotate. The first synchronous pulley 61 is mounted on the shaft of the second pulley 57. That is, when the second pulley 57 rotates, the first synchronous pulley 61 rotates. The first synchronous pulley 61 and the second synchronous pulley 62 are connected by a first synchronous belt. The rotation of the first synchronous pulley 61 drives the synchronous belt to rotate, which in turn drives the second synchronous pulley 62 to rotate. The second synchronous pulley 62 is mounted on the shaft of the third pulley 58. The third pulley 58 and the second pulley 57 are connected by a second conveyor belt 65. When the second synchronous pulley 62 rotates, the third pulley 58 drives the second conveyor belt to rotate together, which in turn drives the fourth pulley 59 to rotate together, thus realizing the synchronous plate transfer function of the segmented clamping plate assembly. The driving roller 55 is a rubber-coated roller. A tensioning pulley 66 is provided at the first synchronous pulley 61. One end of the tensioning pulley 66 is detachably connected to the mounting bracket 30 through a tensioning pulley 66 connecting rod. The outer periphery of the tensioning pulley 66 abuts against the first synchronous belt, and is used to adjust the tension of the first synchronous belt by adjusting the position of the tensioning pulley 66 relative to the mounting bracket 30.

[0030] A laser device is provided above or to the side of the notch area 20 for laser engraving on the edge of the board when the product is clamped. The laser device is a laser engraving machine and its installation position is aligned with the vertical or horizontal direction of the notch area 20.

[0031] The flipping execution unit 40 achieves a 180-degree flip of the segmented clamping plate assembly via a rotating shaft or a flipping guide rail.

[0032] The beneficial effects of this utility model are as follows: This utility model proposes a flipping mechanism for laser-etching edge codes of a plate, comprising: a segmented clamping plate assembly, wherein the segmented clamping plate assembly is composed of at least two independent clamping plate groups 10, and a notch area 20 is provided between adjacent independent clamping plate groups 10. The position of the notch area 20 corresponds to the laser-etching area of ​​the product plate edge, which is used to avoid obstructing the laser-etching operation. Through the modular design of the segmented clamping plate assembly, this invention sets a precisely aligned notch area 20 between adjacent clamping plate groups, which not only ensures the uniform distribution of clamping force, but also provides an unobstructed space for laser-etching operation. Thus, while being compatible with existing processes, it significantly improves the overall efficiency and applicability of the equipment.

[0033] The embodiments described above are merely illustrative of several implementations of this utility model, and while the descriptions are relatively specific and detailed, they should not be construed as limiting the scope of this utility model patent. It should be noted that those skilled in the art can make various modifications and improvements without departing from the concept of this utility model, and these all fall within the protection scope of this utility model. Therefore, the protection scope of this utility model patent should be determined by the appended claims.

Claims

1. A flip-plate mechanism for laser-etching edge codes, characterized in that, include: The segmented clamping plate assembly consists of at least two independent clamping plate groups (10). A notch area (20) is provided between adjacent independent clamping plate groups (10), the position of which corresponds to the laser area on the edge of the product plate to avoid obstructing the laser operation. Each independent clamping plate group (10) consists of symmetrically spaced parallel independent clamping plate groups (11). A flip-plate clamping plate track (12) is provided between the symmetrically spaced parallel independent clamping plate groups (11) of each independent clamping plate group (10) for placing the product. Each independent clamping plate (11) is slidably connected to the mounting bracket (30). The segmented clamping plate assembly is connected to a power system, which drives the independent clamping plates (11) of each independent clamping plate group (10) to slide to clamp the product. The mounting bracket (30) is connected to a flipping execution unit (40) at the opposite end of the segmented clamping plate assembly, which is used to drive the segmented clamping plate assembly to complete the flipping action after clamping the product. The segmented clamping plate assembly can complete the laser operation through the notch area (20) before and after flipping.

2. The flipping mechanism for laser-etchable edge codes as described in claim 1, characterized in that: The power system includes a first cylinder (51), a second cylinder (52), a third cylinder (53), and a fourth cylinder (54). The output shafts of the first cylinder (51) and the third cylinder (53) are respectively connected to the independent clamping plates (11) of one of the independent clamping plate groups (10). The output shafts of the second cylinder (52) and the fourth cylinder (54) are respectively connected to the independent clamping plates (11) of the independent clamping plate group (10) adjacent to the independent clamping plate group (10).

3. The flipping mechanism for laser-etchable edge codes as described in claim 1, characterized in that: A positioning sensor is also installed on the mounting bracket (30).

4. The flipping mechanism for laser-etchable edge codes as described in claim 1, characterized in that: A transmission system is provided around the upper independent clamping plate (11) of the adjacent independent clamping plate group (10) or around the lower independent clamping plate (11) of the adjacent independent clamping plate group (10) for transporting the product after laser engraving.

5. The flipping mechanism for laser-etchable edge codes as described in claim 4, characterized in that: The transmission system includes a drive roller (55), a pulley set, a synchronous pulley set, and a synchronous belt. The pulley set includes a first pulley (56), a second pulley (57), a third pulley (58), and a fourth pulley (59). The first pulley (56) and the second pulley (57) are located on both sides of one of the independent clamping plates (11), and the third pulley (58) and the fourth pulley (59) are located on both sides of another independent clamping plate (11) at a horizontal position. The synchronous pulley includes a first synchronous pulley (61) and a second synchronous pulley (62). The drive roller (55) passes through the mounting bracket (30) and connects to the first pulley (56). The first pulley (56) and the second pulley (57) are connected by a first conveyor belt (63). The drive roller (55) rotates to drive the first pulley (67) to rotate. The pulley (56) rotates, driving the first conveyor belt (63) to move. At the same time, the first conveyor belt (63) drives the second pulley (57) to rotate. The first synchronous pulley (61) is installed on the shaft of the second pulley (57). That is, when the second pulley (57) rotates, the first synchronous pulley (61) rotates. The first synchronous pulley (61) and the second synchronous pulley (62) are connected by the first synchronous belt. The rotation of the first synchronous pulley (61) drives the synchronous belt to rotate, which in turn drives the second synchronous pulley (62) to rotate. The second synchronous pulley (62) is installed on the shaft of the third pulley (58). The third pulley (58) and the second pulley (57) are connected by the second conveyor belt (65). When the second synchronous pulley (62) rotates, the third pulley (58) drives the second conveyor belt to rotate together, which in turn drives the fourth pulley (59) to rotate together.

6. The flipping mechanism for laser-etchable edge codes as described in claim 5, characterized in that: The drive roller (55) is a rubber-coated roller.

7. The flipping mechanism for laser-etchable edge codes as described in claim 5, characterized in that: A tensioning wheel (66) is provided at the first synchronous pulley (61). One end of the tensioning wheel (66) is detachably connected to the mounting bracket (30) through a tensioning wheel (66) connecting rod. The outer periphery of the body of the tensioning wheel (66) abuts against the first synchronous belt, and is used to adjust the tension of the first synchronous belt by adjusting the position of the tensioning wheel (66) relative to the mounting bracket (30).

8. The flipping mechanism for laser-etchable edge codes as described in claim 1, characterized in that: A laser device is provided above or to the side of the notch area (20) for lasering the edge of the plate when the product is clamped.

9. The flipping mechanism for laser-etchable edge codes as described in claim 8, characterized in that: The laser device is a laser engraving machine, and its installation position is aligned with the vertical or horizontal direction of the notch area (20).

10. The flipping mechanism for laser-etchable edge codes as described in claim 1, characterized in that: The flipping execution unit (40) achieves a 180-degree flip of the segmented clamping plate assembly through a rotating shaft or a flipping guide rail.

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