An automatic capacitor boxing device

Abstract

This utility model discloses an automatic capacitor boxing device, comprising: a feeding unit, a transferring unit, and a receiving unit. The feeding unit has a feeding channel for accommodating capacitors to be transferred. The transferring unit has suction cups and a spacing control mechanism. The suction cups are connected to the spacing control mechanism, which controls the spacing between the suction cups and the suction cups are used to pick up capacitors. The receiving unit has a receiving platform and a lifting mechanism. The lifting mechanism is equipped with the receiving platform, which is used to place blister packs. The lifting mechanism controls the height of the blister packs. The capacitors are arranged sequentially through the feeding channel. The spacing control mechanism mechanically adjusts the spacing between the suction cups to match the spacing of the capacitors to be picked up. The suction cups then move the capacitors into the blister packs in the receiving unit. The lifting mechanism ensures that the empty receiving packs are always at approximately the same height, facilitating the capacitor boxing operation.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This utility model relates to the field of capacitor manufacturing technology, and in particular to an automatic capacitor packaging device. Background Technology

[0002] After the capacitors are cut, they need to be placed in blister packs for storage. This provides physical protection for the capacitors and facilitates batch transport. For small-batch production, manual packing can be used, while for large-batch capacitor production, blister packing equipment is required to load the capacitors into the blister packs. Currently, suction cups are usually used to pick up the capacitors and then move them into the blister packs. However, the suction cup connection structure is usually a fixed structure, which means that the suction cups can only move capacitors of the same specification, resulting in poor versatility of the blister packing equipment. Utility Model Content

[0003] This application provides an automatic capacitor packaging device for packaging capacitors of different specifications.

[0004] This application provides an automatic capacitor boxing device, including: The feeding unit has a feeding channel for accommodating capacitors to be transferred; The transfer unit has suction cups and a spacing control mechanism. The suction cups are connected to the spacing control mechanism, which controls the spacing between the suction cups. The suction cups are used to pick up capacitors. The receiving unit includes a receiving platform and a lifting mechanism. The lifting mechanism is equipped with the receiving platform, which is used to place blister boxes. The lifting mechanism is used to control the height of the blister boxes.

[0005] The beneficial effects of the above embodiments are as follows: the capacitors are arranged in sequence through the feeding channel, the spacing between the suction cups is mechanically adjusted by the spacing control mechanism to keep the spacing between the capacitors to be picked up consistent, and then the capacitors are moved to the blister box of the receiving unit by the suction cups. The lifting mechanism can keep the empty receiving box at basically the same height, which facilitates the boxing operation of the capacitors, thus making this boxing device have good usability.

[0006] Based on the above embodiments, the embodiments of this application can be further improved as follows: In one embodiment of this application, the feeding unit further includes a feeding drive and a feeding sensor. The feeding drive is connected to the feeding channel and is used to drive the capacitor to move in the feeding channel. The feeding sensor is used to detect whether the capacitor has moved into position. The beneficial effects of this step are: through the cooperation of the feeding drive and the feeding sensor, automatic conveying of the capacitor in the feeding channel is achieved, which also facilitates the precise gripping of the capacitor by the suction cup, avoids the problem of the suction cup gripping empty, and improves the stability of the equipment operation.

[0007] In one embodiment of this application: the material transfer unit further includes: a spatial movement mechanism, wherein the spacing control mechanism is mounted on the spatial movement mechanism and is used to adjust the position of the suction cup in space. The beneficial effect of this step is that by setting the spatial movement mechanism, the suction cup can drive the capacitor to move in space.

[0008] In one embodiment of this application: the spacing control mechanism further includes: a spacing adjustment drive, a guide plate, a spacing adjustment plate, and a mating component. The spacing adjustment drive is installed on the movable end of the spatial movement mechanism. The movable end of the spacing adjustment drive is connected to the guide plate and is used to drive the guide plate to move vertically. The guide plate has a plurality of spacing adjustment holes. In the direction parallel to the movement of the guide plate, the spacing between the spacing adjustment holes gradually increases or decreases. The spacing adjustment plate is laterally movable and is disposed on the movable end of the spatial movement mechanism. The mating component is installed on the spacing adjustment plate. The mating component can move along the spacing adjustment holes to make the spacing between any adjacent spacing adjustment plates equal. The beneficial effect of this step is that the spacing control mechanism uses the guide plate and the spacing adjustment plate to convert vertical displacement into precise lateral spacing adjustment, thereby controlling the spacing between suction cups and allowing the suction cups to adapt to capacitors of different sizes.

[0009] In one embodiment of this application, the material transfer unit further includes a first guiding mechanism and a second guiding mechanism. The first guiding mechanism is disposed between the movable end of the spatial moving mechanism and the guide plate, and is used to limit the guide plate to vertical movement. The second guiding mechanism is disposed between the movable end of the spatial moving mechanism and the adjusting plate, and is used to limit the adjusting plate to lateral movement. The beneficial effect of this step is that by limiting the movement directions of the guide plate and the adjusting plate respectively through the first and second guiding mechanisms, the component's offset or swaying during movement is effectively prevented.

[0010] In one embodiment of this application, the receiving platform has a first area and a second area, which are used to accommodate blister packs of different specifications. The beneficial effect of this step is that the first and second areas enable the packaging of two specifications of blister packs with corresponding capacitors.

[0011] In one embodiment of this application: the receiving unit further includes: a first limiting plate and a second limiting plate, wherein there are multiple first limiting plates installed on the receiving platform, and multiple second limiting plates are adjacent to the receiving platform, wherein a portion of the first limiting plates and the second limiting plates surround to form the first area, and a portion of the first limiting plates and the second limiting plates surround to form the second area.

[0012] In one embodiment of this application: the receiving unit further includes: a vertical plate, a limit sensor A, and a limit sensor B. The vertical plate is adjacent to the receiving platform. The limit sensor A and the limit sensor B are installed on the vertical plate, with limit sensor A located below limit sensor B. The limit sensors A and B are used to detect the lower and upper limit positions of the receiving platform. The beneficial effect of this step is that the upper and lower limit positions of the receiving platform are controlled by sensors. Attached Figure Description

[0013] To more clearly illustrate the specific embodiments of this utility model or the technical solutions in the prior art, the drawings used in the description of the specific embodiments or the prior art will be briefly introduced below. In all the drawings, similar elements or parts are generally identified by similar reference numerals. In the drawings, the elements or parts are not necessarily drawn to scale.

[0014] Figure 1 A schematic diagram of an automatic capacitor boxing device; Figure 2 This is a schematic diagram of the feeding unit. Figure 3 This is a schematic diagram of the material transfer unit; Figure 4 This is a schematic diagram of the material transfer unit; Figure 5 This is a schematic diagram of the material receiving unit. Figure 6 This is a schematic diagram of the material receiving unit. Figure 7 This is a schematic diagram of the material receiving unit. Figure 8 This is a schematic diagram of the material receiving unit.

[0015] Among them, 1 is a feeding unit, 101 is a feeding channel, 102 is a feeding drive, 103 is a base, 104 is a guide plate, 104 is a limiting block, 105 is a support, 106 is an oblong hole, and 107 is a baffle. 2. Material transfer unit, 201. Suction cup, 202. Spacing control mechanism, 203. Spacing movement mechanism, 204. Fixing plate, 205. Adjustment drive component, 206. Guide plate, 207. Adjustment plate, 208. Fitting component, 209. Adjustment hole, 210. First guide mechanism, 211. Second guide mechanism, 212. Guide rail, 213. Slider, 214. Adjustment guide rod, 215. Adjustment guide sleeve, 216. Straight tube vacuum generator; 3 receiving unit, 301 receiving platform, 302 lifting mechanism, 303 first limit plate, 304 second limit plate, 305 first tray, 306 second tray, 307 receiving guide rod, 308 receiving guide sleeve, 309 motor, 310 lead screw, 311 nut, 312 gear A, 313 gear B, 314 upright plate, 315 limit sensor A, 316 limit sensor B, 317 sensing plate; 4. Workbench. Detailed Implementation

[0016] In this application, unless otherwise expressly specified and limited, the terms used should be interpreted broadly. For example, a connection can be a fixed connection, a detachable connection, or an integral part; it can be a direct connection or an indirect connection through an intermediate medium. If electrical or electronic equipment is involved, it can also refer to an electrical connection or a communication signal connection, etc. For those skilled in the art, the specific meaning of different terms in this utility model can be understood according to the specific circumstances, and the scope of the specific meaning should be limited to achieving the function of this application.

[0017] In the description of this application, it should be understood that the directional terms or positional relationships described are based on the orientation or positional relationships shown in the accompanying drawings, or based on the orientation or positional relationships in actual use, and are only for the purpose of facilitating the description of the contents of this application and simplifying the description, and are not intended to indicate or imply that the device or element referred to must have a specific orientation, or be constructed and operated in a specific orientation, and therefore should not be construed as a limitation of this utility model.

[0018] like Figure 1-8 As shown, an automatic capacitor packaging device includes: a feeding unit 1, a transferring unit 2, and a receiving unit 3. The feeding unit 1 has a feeding channel 101 for accommodating capacitors to be transferred. The transferring unit 2 has a suction cup 201 and a spacing control mechanism 202. The suction cup 201 is connected to the spacing control mechanism 202, which controls the spacing between the suction cups 201 and is used to pick up the capacitors. The receiving unit 3 has a receiving platform 301 and a lifting mechanism 302. The lifting mechanism 302 is equipped with the receiving platform 301, which is used to place blister packs. The lifting mechanism 302 controls the height of the blister packs.

[0019] Specifically, such as Figure 1As shown, the automatic capacitor boxing device also includes: a frame, a feeding unit 1, a transferring unit 2, and a receiving unit 3 mounted on the worktable 4 of the frame.

[0020] Specifically, such as Figure 2 As shown, the feeding unit 1 also includes a feeding drive 102 and a feeding sensor. The feeding drive 102 is connected to the feeding channel 101 and is used to drive the capacitor to move in the feeding channel 101. The feeding sensor is used to detect whether the capacitor has moved into position. Through the cooperation of the feeding drive 102 and the feeding sensor, the automatic conveying of the capacitor in the feeding channel 101 is realized, which also facilitates the suction cup 201 to accurately grasp the capacitor, avoids the problem of the suction cup 201 grasping empty, and improves the stability of the equipment operation.

[0021] Specifically, such as Figure 2 As shown, the feeding drive 102 is a linear vibrating feeder, which is installed on the worktable 4. A base 103 is installed on the upper end of the linear vibrating feeder, and two parallel and spaced guide plates 104 are installed on the upper end of the base 103. The gap between the guide plates 104 is used to insert the capacitor leads. One guide plate 104 is equipped with a limit block 104, and the other guide plate 104 is equipped with a support 105. The gap between the guide plates 104 and the gap between the limit block 104 and the support 105 together form the feeding channel 101. The support 105 has a transversely oriented oblong hole 106. The feed sensor is connected to the support 105 through the oblong hole 106 (the feed sensor is not shown in the figure, but the position of the oblong hole 106 is shown). This facilitates the adjustment of the installation position of the feed sensor so that the feed sensor can be adapted to the capacitor. The feed sensor can be a fiber optic sensor. There are five feed sensors in this embodiment. The feed sensors are connected to the control system by electrical signals. The control system can be an industrial computer, PLC controller, or other products with control functions. When all five feed sensors detect the signal, it indicates that the capacitor is in place, and the suction cup 201 can then adsorb and move the capacitor.

[0022] Specifically, such as Figure 2 As shown, the guide plate 104 is also connected to a baffle 107 at the end in the feeding direction. The baffle 107 is used to block the capacitor in the feed channel 101.

[0023] Specifically, such as Figure 1 As shown, the material transfer unit 2 also includes a spatial movement mechanism 203, a spacing control mechanism 202 mounted on the spatial movement mechanism 203, and an adjustment mechanism for the position of the suction cup 201 in space. By setting the spatial movement mechanism 203, the suction cup 201 can drive the capacitor to move in space.

[0024] Specifically, the spatial movement mechanism 203 can adopt an XYZ three-axis module. The XYZ three-axis module is an existing product and can be purchased directly. The spatial movement mechanism 203 drives the suction cup 201 to move in three-dimensional space to adapt to the position of the capacitor and the position of the blister box.

[0025] Specifically, such as Figure 3 As shown, the spacing control mechanism 202 also includes: a fixed plate 204, a spacing adjustment drive 205, a guide plate 206, a spacing adjustment plate 207, and a mating part 208. The fixed plate 204 is installed on the movable end of the spatial movement mechanism 203. The spacing adjustment drive 205 is installed on the fixed plate 204. The movable end of the spacing adjustment drive 205 is connected to the guide plate 206 and is used to drive the guide plate 206 to move vertically. The guide plate 206 has a plurality of spacing adjustment holes 209. In the direction parallel to the movement of the guide plate 206, the spacing between the spacing adjustment holes 209 gradually increases or decreases. The spacing adjustment plate 207 is arranged on the fixed plate 204 in a way that allows it to move laterally. The mating part 208 is installed on the spacing adjustment plate 207. The mating part 208 can move along the spacing adjustment holes 209 and make the spacing between any adjacent spacing adjustment plates 207 equal. The spacing control mechanism 202 uses the guide plate 206 and the adjusting plate 207 to convert vertical displacement into precise horizontal spacing adjustment, thereby controlling the spacing between the suction cups 201, so that the suction cups 201 can be adapted to capacitors of different sizes.

[0026] Specifically, such as Figure 3 , 4 As shown, the material transfer unit 2 further includes a first guiding mechanism 210 and a second guiding mechanism 211. The first guiding mechanism 210 is disposed between the movable end of the spatial moving mechanism 203 and the guide plate 206, and is used to limit the guide plate 206 to vertical movement. The second guiding mechanism 211 is disposed between the movable end of the spatial moving mechanism 203 and the adjusting plate 207, and is used to limit the adjusting plate 207 to horizontal movement. By limiting the movement direction of the guide plate 206 and the adjusting plate 207 by the first guiding mechanism 210 and the second guiding mechanism 211 respectively, the component is effectively prevented from shifting or shaking during movement.

[0027] Specifically, such as Figure 4As shown, the first guiding mechanism 210 includes: a guide rail 212 and a slider 213. The guide rail 212 is vertically fixed to the fixed plate 204, and the slider 213 is slidably disposed on the guide rail 212. The guide plate 206 is installed on the slider 213. The guide plate 206 is connected to the adjustable distance drive component 205. The adjustable distance drive component 205 is a servo electric cylinder. The servo electric cylinder is installed on the upper end of the fixed plate 204. The extension rod of the servo electric cylinder is connected to the guide plate 206. The servo electric cylinder is electrically connected to the controller. The controller matches the capacitor model that needs to be moved according to the preset program and drives the guide plate 206 to move along the guide rail 212 to the set position so that the position of the suction cup 201 matches the capacitor model. The second guiding mechanism 211 includes: an adjusting guide rod 214 and an adjusting guide sleeve 215. The adjusting guide rod 214 is installed horizontally on the surface of the fixed plate 204. There are two adjusting guide rods 214, which are arranged vertically at intervals. The adjusting guide sleeve 215 is installed on the adjusting plate 207 and slidably disposed on the adjusting guide rod 214. The adjusting guide rod 214 is a cylindrical smooth rod, and the adjusting guide sleeve 215 is a linear bearing. The linear bearing is slidably disposed on the adjusting guide rod 214.

[0028] Specifically, such as Figure 3 As shown, the adjusting hole 209 in the middle position is vertically arranged, and the adjusting holes 209 on both sides are mirror images of the adjusting hole 209 in the middle position. In the vertical direction, the adjusting holes 209 on both sides gradually move towards the adjusting hole 209 in the middle or gradually move away from the adjusting hole 209 in the middle. By adopting a mirror image layout of the adjusting holes 209 with the adjusting hole 209 in the middle as the axis of symmetry, the adjusting plates 207 on both sides always move synchronously and symmetrically with the center as the reference when the guide plate 206 moves.

[0029] Specifically, such as Figure 3 As shown, the adjustment hole 209 is a strip-shaped hole, and there are five adjustment holes 209. The middle adjustment hole 209 is set vertically, and two adjustment holes 209 are set on each side of it. The adjustment holes 209 on the sides form a mirror symmetrical structure with the middle adjustment hole 209 as the center. In the vertical upward direction, the adjustment holes 209 on the sides gradually tilt towards the middle adjustment hole 209, and the tilt angle of the outermost adjustment hole 209 is greater than the tilt angle of the adjacent adjustment hole 209. This ensures that when the guide plate 206 moves along the guide rail 212, the distance between any two adjacent adjustment plates 207 is always equal, that is, the distance between the suction cups 201 installed below the adjustment plate 207 is always equal.

[0030] Specifically, such as Figure 3 As shown, the mating part 208 is rolled within the adjusting hole 209. By designing the mating part 208 as a rolling structure and placing it within the adjusting hole 209, sliding friction can be converted into rolling friction, significantly reducing motion resistance and noise.

[0031] Specifically, the mating part 208 adopts a bolt rolling bearing, which is an existing product. Its bolt end is connected to the adjusting plate 207, and the bearing end is rolled in the adjusting hole 209, thereby reducing the wear of the adjusting hole 209.

[0032] Specifically, such as Figure 3 As shown in the figure, each suction cup 201 is equipped with a straight tube vacuum generator 216. The straight tube vacuum generator 216 is installed on the upper end of the fixing plate 204, and the suction cup 201 is connected to the corresponding straight tube vacuum generator 216 through a flexible tube.

[0033] Specifically, the receiving platform 301 has a first area and a second area, which are used to accommodate blister packs of different sizes. The first and second areas are used to perform the packaging operation of two sizes of blister packs with corresponding capacitors.

[0034] Specifically, such as Figure 5 As shown, the receiving unit 3 also includes: a first limiting plate 303 and a second limiting plate 304. There are multiple first limiting plates 303 installed on the receiving platform 301, and there are multiple second limiting plates 304 installed on the workbench 4. The second limiting plates 304 are adjacent to the receiving platform 301. Some of the first limiting plates 303 and the second limiting plates 304 surround each other to form a first area, and some of the first limiting plates 303 and the second limiting plates 304 surround each other to form a second area.

[0035] Specifically, such as Figure 7 , 8 As shown, a first tray 305 is placed in the first area, or a second tray 306 is placed in the second area. The first tray 305 or the second tray 306 facilitates the removal of multiple blister packs containing capacitors at once. The first and second areas are not completely independent; they overlap. That is, when the first tray 305 needs to be placed, the first limiting plate 303, which interferes with the first tray, needs to be removed; similarly, when the second tray 306 needs to be placed, the second limiting plate 304, which interferes with the second tray, needs to be removed.

[0036] Specifically, such as Figure 6As shown, the receiving unit 3 includes: a receiving guide rod 307, a receiving guide sleeve 308, a motor 309, a lead screw 310, a nut 311, gear A 312, and gear B 313. The receiving guide sleeve 308 and the motor 309 are mounted on the worktable 4. The receiving guide rod 307 is connected to the receiving platform 301 and is slidably inserted into the receiving guide sleeve 308. The motor 309 is equipped with gear A 312. Gear B 313 is rotatably mounted on the worktable 4. Gear A 312 and gear B 313 mesh. The nut 311 is mounted on gear B 313 and is connected to the lead screw 310 for transmission. The lead screw 310 is connected to the receiving platform 301. The motor 309 drives the nut 311 to rotate, causing the lead screw 310 to drive the receiving platform 301 to move up and down.

[0037] Specifically, such as Figure 5 As shown, the receiving unit 3 also includes: a vertical plate 314, a limit sensor A315, a limit sensor B316, and a sensing plate 317. The vertical plate 314 is adjacent to the receiving platform 301. Limit sensors A315 and B316 are installed on the vertical plate 314, with limit sensor A315 located below limit sensor B316. The sensing plate 317 is installed on the receiving platform 301. Both limit sensors A315 and B316 are slot-type photoelectric sensors. When the sensing plate 317 passes through the detection slot of the slot-type photoelectric sensor, the corresponding sensor sends an electrical signal to the control system. The control system then controls the motor 309 to stop working, thereby limiting the receiving platform 301 to the upper or lower limit position.

[0038] When in use, this automatic capacitor boxing device arranges the capacitors in sequence through the feeding channel 101. The spacing control mechanism 202 mechanically adjusts the spacing between the suction cups 201 to match the spacing of the capacitors to be picked up. Then, the suction cups 201 move the capacitors into the blister box of the receiving unit 3. The lifting mechanism 302 keeps the empty receiving box at a basically the same height, which facilitates the boxing operation of the capacitors and makes this boxing device easy to use.

[0039] The above are merely embodiments of this utility model. Commonly known structures and characteristics are not described in detail here. Those skilled in the art are aware of all common technical knowledge in the field prior to the application date or priority date, are aware of all existing technologies in that field, and have the ability to apply conventional experimental methods prior to that date. Those skilled in the art can, based on the guidance provided in this application, improve and implement this solution in combination with their own capabilities. Some typical known structures or methods should not be obstacles for those skilled in the art to implement this application. It should be noted that those skilled in the art can make several modifications and improvements without departing from the structure of this utility model. These 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.

Claims

1. An automatic capacitor boxing device, characterized in that, include: The feeding unit has a feeding channel for accommodating capacitors to be transferred; The transfer unit has suction cups and a spacing control mechanism. The suction cups are connected to the spacing control mechanism, which controls the spacing between the suction cups. The suction cups are used to pick up capacitors. The receiving unit includes a receiving platform and a lifting mechanism. The lifting mechanism is equipped with the receiving platform, which is used to place blister boxes. The lifting mechanism is used to control the height of the blister boxes.

2. The automatic capacitor packaging device according to claim 1, characterized in that, The feeding unit further includes a feeding drive and a feeding sensor. The feeding drive is connected to the feeding channel and is used to drive the capacitor to move in the feeding channel. The feeding sensor is used to detect whether the capacitor has moved into position.

3. The automatic capacitor packaging device according to claim 1, characterized in that, The material transfer unit further includes a spatial movement mechanism, wherein the spacing control mechanism is installed on the spatial movement mechanism and adjusts the position of the suction cup in space.

4. The automatic capacitor packaging device according to claim 3, characterized in that, The spacing control mechanism further includes: a spacing adjustment drive, a guide plate, a spacing adjustment plate, and a mating component. The spacing adjustment drive is installed on the movable end of the spatial movement mechanism. The movable end of the spacing adjustment drive is connected to the guide plate and is used to drive the guide plate to move vertically. The guide plate has a plurality of spacing adjustment holes. In the direction parallel to the movement of the guide plate, the spacing between the spacing adjustment holes gradually increases or decreases. The spacing adjustment plate is movably disposed on the movable end of the spatial movement mechanism. The mating component is installed on the spacing adjustment plate. The mating component can move along the spacing adjustment holes and make the spacing between any adjacent spacing adjustment plates equal.

5. The automatic capacitor packaging device according to claim 4, characterized in that, The material transfer unit further includes: a first guiding mechanism and a second guiding mechanism. The first guiding mechanism is disposed between the movable end of the spatial moving mechanism and the guide plate, and the first guiding mechanism is used to limit the guide plate to move vertically. The second guiding mechanism is disposed between the movable end of the spatial moving mechanism and the adjusting plate, and the second guiding mechanism is used to limit the adjusting plate to move laterally.

6. The automatic capacitor packaging device according to claim 1, characterized in that, The receiving platform has a first area and a second area, which are used to accommodate blister boxes of different sizes.

7. The automatic capacitor packaging device according to claim 6, characterized in that, The receiving unit further includes: a first limiting plate and a second limiting plate. There are multiple first limiting plates installed on the receiving platform, and multiple second limiting plates adjacent to the receiving platform. Some of the first limiting plates and the second limiting plates surround to form the first area, and some of the first limiting plates and the second limiting plates surround to form the second area.

8. The automatic capacitor packaging device according to claim 1, characterized in that, The receiving unit further includes: a vertical plate, a limit sensor A, and a limit sensor B. The vertical plate is adjacent to the receiving platform. The limit sensor A and the limit sensor B are installed on the vertical plate. The limit sensor A is located below the limit sensor B. The limit sensor A and the limit sensor B are used to detect the lower limit position and the upper limit position of the receiving platform.

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