Power adapter function test station automatic code reading device

The automated barcode reading device utilizes a transverse cylinder and a position sensor to automatically read the barcodes on power adapters, solving the problem of low efficiency in manual barcode scanning and improving production efficiency and the accuracy of data management.

CN224417294UActive Publication Date: 2026-06-26TPV ELECTRONICS (FUJIAN) CO LTD

Patent Information

Authority / Receiving Office
CN · China
Patent Type
Utility models(China)
Current Assignee / Owner
TPV ELECTRONICS (FUJIAN) CO LTD
Filing Date
2025-06-20
Publication Date
2026-06-26

AI Technical Summary

Technical Problem

In monitor and television factories, manual barcode scanning is required during power adapter functional testing, which is inefficient and causes fatigue.

Method used

An automated barcode reader is used, including a bracket, barcode reader, control board and PC host. The barcode reader is automatically positioned and scanned by a transverse cylinder and position sensor, and the data is uploaded in conjunction with the MES system.

Benefits of technology

It has enabled automated barcode scanning, improved production efficiency, ensured the accuracy of barcode reading and closed-loop data management, and reduced the risk of human error.

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Abstract

The utility model relates to power adapter function test station automation code reading device, including support and code reading gun, support sets up on left and right two test stations, the top of support is equipped with horizontal moving cylinder, is equipped with code reading gun fixed plate on horizontal moving cylinder, code reading gun is fixed in the bottom of code reading gun fixed plate, horizontal moving cylinder drives code reading gun left and right horizontal shift enters left test station or right test station, code reading device still includes control panel and PC host, left test station and right test station are equipped with the starting switch connected with control panel respectively, control panel is connected with the electromagnetic reversing valve of horizontal moving cylinder, and control panel controls the left and right movement of horizontal moving cylinder through the reversing of electromagnetic reversing valve, PC host is connected with control panel and code reading gun. The utility model can replace the operation of traditional manual scanning bar code, and eliminates artificial fatigue, action complicated and other problems. Left and right test station alternate operation scans code operation, realizes continuous efficient operation, and significantly improves the efficiency of production line.
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Description

Technical Field

[0001] This utility model relates to the field of code reading device technology, specifically to an automated code reading device for a power adapter function test station. Background Technology

[0002] When manufacturing adapters (power adapters) in monitor and television factories, manual scanning of the barcodes of the products under test is required at the functional testing station before functional testing is performed. This involves a lot of manual work, which can lead to fatigue and low efficiency. Summary of the Invention

[0003] The purpose of this invention is to overcome the shortcomings of the prior art and provide an automated code reading device for power adapter function testing stations.

[0004] To achieve the above objectives, the present invention adopts the following technical solution:

[0005] An automated code reading device for a power adapter function test station includes a bracket and a code reader. The bracket is set on two test stations, left and right. A transverse cylinder is provided on the top of the bracket, and a code reader fixing plate is provided on the transverse cylinder. The code reader is fixed to the bottom of the code reader fixing plate. The transverse cylinder drives the code reader to move left or right into the left or right test station.

[0006] The code reading device also includes a control board and a PC host, with a start switch connected to the control board on the left and right test stations respectively.

[0007] The control board is connected to the solenoid reversing valve of the transverse cylinder. The control board controls the left and right movement of the transverse cylinder by controlling the reversing of the solenoid reversing valve. The PC host is connected to the control board and the barcode scanner. The PC host triggers the barcode scanner to start the barcode reading operation.

[0008] Furthermore, the lateral movement cylinder is a rodless cylinder.

[0009] Furthermore, the PC host is connected to the MES system.

[0010] Furthermore, the lateral movement cylinder, in conjunction with the position sensor, precisely locates the position of the code reader.

[0011] The present invention adopts the above technical solution and has the following beneficial effects:

[0012] 1. Automation replaces manual labor: It replaces the traditional manual barcode scanning operation, eliminating problems such as human fatigue and tedious movements. The left and right testing stations alternately run barcode scanning operations, achieving continuous and efficient operation and significantly improving production line efficiency.

[0013] 2. A position sensor is configured via a lateral cylinder to control the lateral movement of the barcode scanner, accurately positioning the barcode. This ensures high barcode reading success rate and data accuracy, avoiding the risk of manual mis-scanning or missed scans.

[0014] 3. After the test is completed, the product barcode serial number and test results are uploaded to the MES system (Production Information Management System) via PC host to realize closed-loop management of data throughout the process, which facilitates quality traceability and problem analysis. Attached Figure Description

[0015] The present invention will be further described in detail below with reference to the accompanying drawings and specific embodiments:

[0016] Figure 1 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of this utility model;

[0017] Figure 2 This is a block diagram of the control system of this utility model. Detailed Implementation

[0018] like Figure 1-2 As shown, the automated code reading device for the power adapter function test station of this utility model includes a bracket 1, a code reader, a control board and a PC host. The bracket 1 is assembled from aluminum profiles and is set on two test stations on the left and right. Protective covers 2 are provided on both sides of the bracket 1. A transverse cylinder 3 is provided on the top of the bracket 1. The transverse cylinder 3 is a rodless cylinder.

[0019] The transverse cylinder 3 is equipped with a barcode scanner mounting plate 4, and the barcode scanner is fixed at the bottom of the barcode scanner mounting plate 4. The transverse cylinder 3 drives the barcode scanner to move left and right into the left or right test station; moreover, the transverse cylinder 3, in conjunction with the position sensor, accurately positions the barcode scanner.

[0020] The left and right testing stations are each equipped with a start switch connected to the control board. The control board is connected to the solenoid valve of the transverse cylinder 3, and controls the left and right movement of the transverse cylinder 3 by controlling the solenoid valve. The PC host is connected to the control board and the barcode scanner, and the PC host triggers the barcode scanner to start the barcode reading operation. In addition, the PC host is connected to the MES system.

[0021] The control board can be an ESP32 board.

[0022] The working principle of this invention is as follows: If the operator presses the start switch of the testing machine on the left testing station, the control board receives the switch signal and then sends a "Start" command to the barcode reading module of the PC host through the connected RS232 serial port. The barcode reading module on the PC host receives the signal, sends the command again, and then the control board energizes the left side of the solenoid valve of the transverse cylinder 3. The barcode reader moves to the left coordinate position, and the barcode reading module triggers the barcode reader to start reading the barcode of the power adapter through the PC serial port. After the power adapter test is completed, the barcode serial number and test result information are automatically uploaded to the MES system (Production Information Management System). The barcode reading process on the right station is the same as that on the left station, and the automatic barcode reading of the left and right fixtures alternates.

[0023] The specific embodiments of this utility model have been described above. However, those skilled in the art should understand that this is only an example. Those skilled in the art can make various changes or modifications to this embodiment without departing from the principle and essence of this utility model, but all such changes and modifications fall within the protection scope of this utility model.

Claims

1. An automated barcode reading device for a power adapter function testing station, comprising a bracket and a barcode reader, wherein the bracket is mounted on two testing stations on the left and right, characterized in that: The top of the bracket is equipped with a transverse cylinder, and a barcode scanner mounting plate is provided on the transverse cylinder. The barcode scanner is fixed to the bottom of the barcode scanner mounting plate. The transverse cylinder drives the barcode scanner to move left and right into the left or right test station. The code reading device also includes a control board and a PC host, with a start switch connected to the control board on the left test station and the right test station respectively. The control board is connected to the solenoid reversing valve of the transverse cylinder. The control board controls the left and right movement of the transverse cylinder by controlling the reversing of the solenoid reversing valve. The PC host is connected to the control board and the barcode scanner. The PC host triggers the barcode scanner to start the barcode reading operation.

2. The automated code reading device for the power adapter functional testing station according to claim 1, characterized in that: The lateral movement cylinder is a rodless cylinder.

3. The automated code reading device for the power adapter functional testing station according to claim 1, characterized in that: The PC host is connected to the MES system.

4. The automated code reading device for the power adapter functional testing station according to claim 1, characterized in that: The lateral movement cylinder, in conjunction with the position sensor, precisely locates the position of the code reader.