Label detection device and label printer

Abstract

The application relates to the technical field of printing equipment, in particular to a label detection device and a label printer, the label detection device comprising: a supporting assembly, which is arranged at a label outlet; a detection support, which is movably connected with the supporting assembly; a label outlet channel being formed below the detection support, the label outlet channel being communicated with the label outlet of the label printer; and an image detection device, which is arranged at the detection support, and the detection range of the image detection device covers the label outlet channel. In the application, a label detection process is arranged for the label printer, and the label is detected by the label detection device, so that the risk that abnormal labels cannot be found in time and lead to the outflow of unqualified labels is reduced.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This application relates to the field of printing equipment technology, and in particular to a label detection device and a label printer. Background Technology

[0002] Currently, label printers print various styles of labels that can be affixed to products for easy traceability. However, there is a certain probability that the printed labels will have defects, such as unclear printing information or missing information. If defective labels are not detected in time, they may be leaked and used, which can easily lead to the inability to effectively display and trace the information contained in the labels. Utility Model Content

[0003] The purpose of this application is to provide a label detection device and a label printer, so as to solve to some extent the technical problem in the prior art that it is difficult for humans to detect unqualified labels printed by the label printer in a timely manner.

[0004] This application provides a label detection device for a label printer, the label printer having a label outlet, the label detection device comprising: a support component disposed at the label outlet; A testing bracket is movably connected to the support assembly; a label dispensing channel is formed below the testing bracket, and the label dispensing channel is connected to the label outlet; An image detection device is disposed on the detection bracket, and the detection range of the image detection device covers the issuance channel.

[0005] In the above technical solution, the supporting component further includes: A first bracket, the first bracket including a first fixing part, the first fixing part being connected to the label printer; the first bracket further including a first connecting part, the first connecting part being disposed on the first fixing part; The second bracket is spaced apart from the first bracket. The second bracket includes a second fixing part, which is connected to the label printer. The second bracket also includes a second connecting part, which is disposed on the second fixing part. In any of the above technical solutions, the detection bracket is elongated, one end of the detection bracket is rotatably connected to the first connecting part, and the other end of the detection bracket is movably connected to the second connecting part.

[0006] In any of the above technical solutions, the label detection device further includes a hinge, the first connecting part is provided with a first hinge, one end of the detection bracket is provided with a second hinge, and the first hinge and the second hinge are hinged together by the hinge.

[0007] In any of the above technical solutions, the detection bracket is further provided with an overlapping part at one end for connecting with the second bracket, and the second connecting part is provided with an overlapping surface that can be adapted to the overlapping part. The overlapping portion is provided with a limiting post, and the overlapping surface is provided with a limiting groove that can accommodate the limiting post.

[0008] In any of the above technical solutions, the label detection device further includes a paper-tearing rod, one end of which is connected to the first bracket, and the other end of which is connected to the second bracket.

[0009] In any of the above technical solutions, the detection bracket is further provided with a detection surface, and the paper-tearing rod is disposed below the detection surface at a distance from the detection surface, forming the dispensing channel between the paper-tearing rod and the detection surface.

[0010] In any of the above technical solutions, the image detection device is further disposed on the detection surface, and the image detection device includes a detection head, which is disposed toward the paper tearing rod.

[0011] In any of the above technical solutions, the label detection device further includes: A first magnetic attractor is disposed at the overlapping portion; The second magnetic attractor is disposed on the overlapping surface, and the first magnetic attractor and the second magnetic attractor can attract each other.

[0012] This application also provides a label printer that includes the label detection device described in any of the above technical solutions, and thus has all the beneficial technical effects of the label detection device, which will not be repeated here.

[0013] In the above technical solution, the label printer further includes a screen, and the image detection device is electrically connected to the screen.

[0014] Compared with the prior art, the beneficial effects of this application are as follows: The label inspection device provided in this application includes: a support component disposed at the label outlet; an inspection bracket movably connected to the support component; a label dispensing channel formed below the inspection bracket, the label dispensing channel being connected to the label outlet of the label printer; and an image inspection device disposed on the inspection bracket, the inspection range of the image inspection device covering the label dispensing channel.

[0015] In this application, a label inspection process is set up for the label printer, and the label inspection device is used to inspect the labels, thereby reducing the risk of failing to detect abnormal labels in time and causing unqualified labels to be released. The label printer provided in this application includes the label inspection device described above. Therefore, by using this label inspection device to inspect the label printing quality, defects in the label can be detected by staff in a timely manner, thereby preventing unqualified labels from being released and thus preventing the inability to effectively display and trace the information contained in the label. Attached Figure Description

[0016] To more clearly illustrate the technical solutions in the specific embodiments of this application or the prior art, the drawings used in the description of the specific embodiments or the prior art will be briefly introduced below. Obviously, the drawings described below are some embodiments of this application. For those skilled in the art, other drawings can be obtained from these drawings without creative effort.

[0017] Figure 1 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of the label detection device provided in the embodiments of this application; Figure 2 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of the label detection device installed in the label printer according to an embodiment of this application.

[0018] Figure label: 1-First bracket, 101-First fixing part, 102-First connecting part, 103-First connecting hole, 2-Second bracket, 201-Second fixing part, 202-Second connecting part, 203-Second connecting hole, 3-Detection bracket, 4-Hinge, 5-Image detection device, 6-Overlapping part, 7-Limiting groove, 8-Tearing bar, 9-Second magnetic suction part, 10-Overlapping surface, 11-Label printer, 12-Panel. Detailed Implementation

[0019] The technical solutions of this application will be clearly and completely described below with reference to the accompanying drawings. Obviously, the described embodiments are some embodiments of this application, but not all embodiments.

[0020] The components of the embodiments of this application described and shown in the accompanying drawings can be arranged and designed in a variety of different configurations. Therefore, the following detailed description of the embodiments of this application provided in the drawings is not intended to limit the scope of the claimed application, but merely to illustrate selected embodiments of the application.

[0021] Based on the embodiments in this application, all other embodiments obtained by those skilled in the art without creative effort are within the scope of protection of this application.

[0022] In the description of this application, it should be noted that the terms "center," "upper," "lower," "left," "right," "vertical," "horizontal," "inner," and "outer," etc., 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 application 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, they should not be construed as limitations on this application. Furthermore, the terms "first," "second," and "third" are used for descriptive purposes only and should not be construed as indicating or implying relative importance.

[0023] In the description of this application, it should be noted that, unless otherwise explicitly specified and limited, the terms "installation," "connection," and "linking" 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 mechanical connection or an electrical connection; they can refer to a direct connection or an indirect connection through an intermediate medium; and they can refer to the internal connection between two components. Those skilled in the art can understand the specific meaning of the above terms in this application according to the specific circumstances.

[0024] The following reference Figure 1 and Figure 2 This application describes the label detection device and label printer according to embodiments.

[0025] See Figure 1 and Figure 2 As shown, an embodiment of this application provides a label detection device for installation at the label outlet of a label printer. The label detection device includes a support component, a detection bracket 3, and an image detection device 5. The support component is connected to a panel 12 surrounding the label outlet of the label printer 11 to fix the label detection device at the label outlet. The detection bracket 3 is movably connected to the support component. The image detection device 5 is disposed on the detection bracket 3, and a label dispensing channel is formed below the detection bracket 3. The detection range of the image detection device 5 covers the label dispensing channel, which is connected to the label outlet. Labels printed by the label printer 11 are released through the label outlet and the label channel. The detection bracket 3 can change position relative to the support component to open or close the label dispensing channel to remove abnormal labels and to inspect the image detection device 5.

[0026] Specifically, the support assembly includes a first bracket 1 and a second bracket 2 spaced apart. The first bracket 1 is located at one end of the label outlet, and the second bracket 2 is located at the other end of the label outlet. The first bracket 1 includes a first fixing part 101, which is columnar and extends along the height direction of the label printer 11.

[0027] Optionally, the first fixing part 101 is provided with at least two first connecting holes 103, and all the first connecting holes 103 are spaced apart along the length direction of the first fixing part 101. The first bracket 1 also includes a first connecting part 102 for connecting the detection bracket 3. The first connecting part 102 is disposed at the upper end of the first fixing part 101. Preferably, the first connecting part 102 and the first fixing part 101 have an integral structure.

[0028] Furthermore, the second bracket 2 includes a second fixing part 201, which is columnar and extends along the height direction of the label printer 11.

[0029] Optionally, the second fixing part 201 is provided with at least two second connecting holes 203, and all the second connecting holes 203 are spaced apart along the length direction of the second fixing part 201. The second bracket 2 also includes a second connecting part 202 for connecting the detection bracket 3. The second connecting part 202 is disposed at the upper end of the second fixing part 201. Preferably, the second connecting part 202 and the second fixing part 201 have an integral structure.

[0030] Furthermore, this label detection device also includes multiple fasteners. Each first connecting hole 103 and each second connecting hole 203 is equipped with a fastener. The fastener passes through the first connecting hole 103 and the second connecting hole 203 and connects to the panels 12 on both sides of the label outlet, thereby fixing the first bracket 1 and the second bracket 2 to the label printer 11 respectively. It should be noted that the fastener can specifically be a screw or bolt, etc.

[0031] Furthermore, the detection bracket 3 is elongated, preferably with a cuboid shape. One end of the detection bracket 3 is connected to the first connecting part 102, and the other end is connected to the second connecting part 202. The lower surface of the detection bracket 3 serves as the detection surface, and the image detection device 5 is disposed on the detection surface. The detection direction of the image detection device 5 can face the label dispensing channel, ensuring that the image detection device 5 can identify and detect the label.

[0032] Furthermore, the detection bracket 3 is provided with a second hinge at one end for connecting with the first connecting part 102. Specifically, the second hinge is a hole structure that penetrates the front and rear side walls of the detection bracket 3.

[0033] The end of the detection bracket 3 that is connected to the second connecting part 202 is provided with an overlapping part 6. Optionally, the thickness of the overlapping part 6 is less than the thickness of the detection bracket 3, so that the overlapping part 6 is notched, so that the detection bracket 3 can remain horizontal to the greatest extent after the overlapping part 6 overlaps with the second bracket 2.

[0034] Furthermore, this label detection device also includes a hinge 4, which can specifically be a pin. The first connecting part 102 is provided with a first hinge part, which includes a first hinge ear and a second hinge ear. The first hinge ear and the second hinge ear are spaced apart from each other and are arranged opposite each other. By passing the hinge 4 sequentially through the first hinge ear, the second hinge part, and the second hinge ear, the first hinge part and the second hinge part can be hinged together, so that the detection bracket 3 can rotate up and down relative to the first bracket 1.

[0035] Furthermore, the upper end face of the second connecting part 202 serves as the overlapping surface 10. After the detection bracket 3 is lowered, the overlapping part 6 can overlap onto the overlapping surface 10, so that the second bracket 2 can provide stable support for the detection bracket 3.

[0036] Optionally, the overlapping part 6 is provided with a downwardly protruding limiting post on the wall of the overlapping surface 10, and the overlapping surface 10 is provided with a limiting groove 7. After the detection bracket 3 is rotated to the overlapping part 6 overlapping the overlapping surface 10, the limiting post can be just limited into the limiting groove 7, so as to limit the detection bracket 3 and the second bracket 2 to each other.

[0037] Furthermore, this label detection device also includes a first magnetic attractor and a second magnetic attractor 9, which can attract each other. The first magnetic attractor is disposed on the side surface of the overlapping portion 6 facing the overlapping surface 10, and the second magnetic attractor 9 is disposed on the overlapping surface 10. After the detection bracket 3 is lowered, the first magnetic attractor and the second magnetic attractor 9 can attract each other to keep the detection bracket 3 and the second bracket 2 fixed.

[0038] Furthermore, this label detection device also includes a tearing rod 8. One end of the tearing rod 8 is connected to the first connecting part 102 or the first fixing part 101, and the other end of the tearing rod 8 is connected to the second connecting part 202 or the second fixing part 201. The tearing rod 8 is parallel to and spaced apart from the detection surface. The space between the tearing rod 8 and the detection surface is the label dispensing channel. During the label dispensing process, the tearing rod 8 can support the label, and the label bar tearing rod 8 can be torn off when the label is manually pulled down.

[0039] Furthermore, the image detection device 5 can specifically be an image detection sensor commonly used in the prior art. The image detection device 5 is disposed on the detection surface of the detection bracket 3, and the image detection device 5 includes a detection head that is positioned toward the tear bar 8 so as to be able to identify the label that has passed through the tear bar 8.

[0040] It should be noted that the label printer 11 is a mature printing device in the existing technology. It has a host with a control board inside. The host is electrically connected to an alarm, which can be, but is not limited to, warning lights, buzzers, etc. The image detection device 5 is electrically connected to the host. When the image detection device 5 detects an abnormal label, it transmits an electrical signal to the control board. Then, the control board controls the alarm to sound an alarm, reminding the staff to deal with the abnormal label in time.

[0041] Therefore, in this application, a label inspection process is set up for the label printer 11, and the label inspection device inspects the labels, reducing the risk of failing to detect abnormal labels in time and causing unqualified labels to be released.

[0042] The embodiments of this application also provide a label printer 11, which includes the label detection device described in any of the above embodiments, and thus has all the beneficial technical effects of the label detection device, which will not be repeated here.

[0043] This label printer 11 also includes a main unit and a screen. Specifically, the screen is a touch screen electrically connected to the main unit. The image detection device 5 is electrically connected to the main unit. When the image detection device 5 detects an abnormal label, the alarm information triggered can be displayed on the screen so that staff can discover and handle it in a timely manner.

[0044] It should be noted that the printing and labeling process of the label printer is a mature existing technology, as is the image recognition and information comparison of the image detection device. Those skilled in the art can fully understand this, so it will not be elaborated here.

[0045] Finally, it should be noted that the above embodiments are only used to illustrate the technical solutions of this application, and are not intended to limit them. Although this application has been described in detail with reference to the foregoing embodiments, those skilled in the art should understand that modifications can still be made to the technical solutions described in the foregoing embodiments, or equivalent substitutions can be made to some or all of the technical features therein. Such modifications or substitutions do not cause the essence of the corresponding technical solutions to deviate from the scope of the technical solutions of the embodiments of this application.

Claims

1. A label detection device for a label printer, the label printer having a label outlet, characterized in that, The label detection device includes: Support component, the support component being disposed at the label outlet; A testing bracket is movably connected to the support assembly; a label dispensing channel is formed below the testing bracket, and the label dispensing channel is connected to the label outlet. An image detection device is disposed on the detection bracket, and the detection range of the image detection device covers the issuance channel.

2. The label detection device according to claim 1, characterized in that, The support components include: A first bracket, the first bracket including a first fixing part, the first fixing part being connected to the label printer; the first bracket further including a first connecting part, the first connecting part being disposed on the first fixing part; The second bracket is spaced apart from the first bracket. The second bracket includes a second fixing part, which is connected to the label printer. The second bracket also includes a second connecting part, which is disposed on the second fixing part.

3. The label detection device according to claim 2, characterized in that, The detection bracket is elongated, with one end rotatably connected to the first connecting part and the other end movably connected to the second connecting part.

4. The label detection device according to claim 3, characterized in that, The label detection device further includes a hinge, the first connecting part is provided with a first hinge, and one end of the detection bracket is provided with a second hinge. The first hinge and the second hinge are hinged together by the hinge.

5. The label detection device according to claim 2, characterized in that, The detection bracket has an overlapping portion at one end for connecting to the second bracket, and the second connecting portion has an overlapping surface that can be adapted to the overlapping portion. The overlapping portion is provided with a limiting post, and the overlapping surface is provided with a limiting groove that can accommodate the limiting post.

6. The label detection device according to claim 2, characterized in that, The label detection device further includes a paper-tearing rod, one end of which is connected to the first bracket, and the other end of which is connected to the second bracket.

7. The label detection device according to claim 6, characterized in that, The detection bracket is provided with a detection surface, and the paper tearing rod is disposed below the detection surface at a distance from the detection surface, forming the dispensing channel between the paper tearing rod and the detection surface.

8. The label detection device according to claim 7, characterized in that, The image detection device is disposed on the detection surface, and the image detection device includes a detection head, which is positioned toward the paper tearing rod.

9. The label detection device according to claim 5, characterized in that, The label detection device further includes: A first magnetic attractor is disposed at the overlapping portion; The second magnetic attractor is disposed on the overlapping surface, and the first magnetic attractor and the second magnetic attractor can attract each other.

10. A label printer, characterized in that, Includes the label detection device according to any one of claims 1 to 9; The label printer also includes a screen, and the image detection device is electrically connected to the screen.

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