Thermal coding machine

Abstract

A thermal coding machine, comprising: a housing (1); a coding module (2), which is arranged within the housing and is used for coding roll paper, wherein the coding module comprises a coding element, a coding inlet (21), a coding outlet (22), and a coding head for performing coding processing on the roll paper, the coding element being configured to drive the roll paper to enter through the coding inlet, pass through the coding head for coding, and then exit through the coding outlet; a separating mechanism (3), which is arranged on the housing, is located behind the coding outlet, and is used for separating a face paper portion from a backing paper portion of the roll paper exiting through the coding outlet; a traction roller (4), which is arranged on the housing and is used for pulling the backing paper portion of the roll paper to move; and a traction element (5), which is arranged within the housing, is connected to the traction roller, and is used for driving the traction roller to rotate, wherein the traction element operates synchronously with the coding element. The coding machine has the advantages of a simple structure, convenient assembly, reliable operation, a long service life, etc.

Description

A thermal coding machine Technical Field

[0001] This invention relates to the field of coding machine technology, specifically to a thermal coding machine. Background Technology

[0002] In the production and sales process of products, labeling is frequently required. Different products require different coding information on their labels. Traditionally, the information is printed uniformly on labels first, and then the labels are affixed with the product or price information. This process is inconvenient; if the coding information is incorrect, all labels may need to be reprinted, which is time-consuming, labor-intensive, and affects work efficiency. Furthermore, existing coding machines adjust the printing information using gear sets. Adjustments are made one by one by adjusting the information to be adjusted to ensure correct output. This makes adjusting the coding machine very cumbersome, difficult to operate, and inefficient. Technical issues

[0003] Handheld coding machines are a common type of coding equipment, widely used in packaging, labeling, and anti-counterfeiting fields. Based on whether the printing element strikes the paper, they are divided into impact coding machines and non-impact coding machines. Based on the technology used, they are classified as cylindrical, spherical, inkjet, thermal, laser, electrostatic, magnetic, and LED coding machines. Thermal coding machines are typically used with thermal roll paper, which consists of a heat-sensitive face paper (adhesive) and a backing paper. Currently, with existing coding machines, the backing paper and backing paper remain adhered after printing, making it difficult to remove the face paper and affecting efficiency. Technical solutions

[0004] To address the problem of low efficiency in existing coding machines in the background art, the present invention provides a thermal coding machine.

[0005] The technical solution of this invention is: a thermal coding machine, including a housing,

[0006] The coding module, located inside the housing, is used to code roll paper. The coding module includes a coding element, a coding inlet, a coding outlet, and a coding terminal for coding the roll paper. The coding element is used to drive the roll paper from the coding inlet into the coding terminal, complete the coding process, and then send it out from the coding outlet.

[0007] The separation mechanism, located on the housing behind the coding outlet, is used to separate the face paper portion and the bottom paper portion of the roll paper that is fed out of the coding outlet.

[0008] The traction roller, located on the housing, is used to pull the bottom paper section of the paper roll forward.

[0009] The traction element is located inside the housing; the traction element is connected to the traction roller and is used to drive the traction roller to rotate; the traction element and the coding element operate synchronously.

[0010] As a further improvement of the present invention, the housing is provided with a mounting plate, and the traction roller is located above the mounting plate. The traction roller and the mounting plate cooperate with each other to form a traction channel through which the bottom paper part passes.

[0011] As a further improvement of the present invention, the traction roller is disposed on the traction housing, the traction element is disposed inside the traction housing, the traction housing is disposed above the mounting plate, and the traction housing has a traction notch on the side facing the mounting plate; the mounting plate is hinged to the housing and can rotate relative to the housing.

[0012] As a further improvement of the present invention, a guide block is also included, which is disposed on the mounting plate and is located below the traction roller. The traction roller and the guide block cooperate with each other to form a traction channel through which the bottom paper portion passes.

[0013] As a further improvement of the present invention, it also includes an elastic element, wherein the guide block is inserted from the bottom of the mounting plate and is vertically limited by the mounting plate, the mounting plate is provided with mounting holes for the guide block to protrude, and the elastic element abuts against the guide block and has a tendency to drive the guide block toward the traction roller.

[0014] As a further improvement of the present invention, the mounting plate and guide block are obliquely arranged on one side facing the traction roller, the traction element drives the traction roller to rotate through the gear assembly, and the traction roller is covered with a rubber sleeve.

[0015] As a further improvement of the present invention, the separation mechanism includes a separation shaft and a separation plate that bends the travel path of the roll paper. The roll paper is fed from the coding outlet, passes between the separation shaft and the separation plate, and separates the face paper portion of the roll paper from the bottom paper portion.

[0016] As a further improvement of the present invention, the separation shaft is provided with a separation sleeve, the separation sleeve is provided with separation protrusions for increasing friction, there are multiple separation protrusions and they are arranged circumferentially on the separation shaft, and the separation sleeve is integrally molded from rubber material.

[0017] As a further improvement to the present invention, it also includes:

[0018] The input module, located on the housing, is used to edit and input the content to be coded;

[0019] The control circuit board is connected to the input module; the control circuit board is connected to the coding module for controlling the coding of the coding terminal.

[0020] As a further improvement to the present invention, it also includes:

[0021] The display module is located on the housing and on the same side as the input module; the control circuit board is connected to the display module for information display.

[0022] The cover is placed on the outside of the control circuit board and connected to the housing. Beneficial effects

[0023] The beneficial effects of this invention are that it incorporates a traction element that pulls the bottom paper forward, and the traction element moves synchronously with the coding element, resulting in good product synchronization performance, facilitating continuous and reliable feeding, and simplifying waste paper recycling. The separation mechanism separates the top paper and bottom paper sections, making it easier to tear off the top paper and improving efficiency. This invention also features a simple structure, convenient assembly, reliable operation, and long service life. Attached Figure Description

[0024] Figure 1 is a structural schematic diagram of an embodiment of the present invention.

[0025] Figure 2 is a schematic diagram of the exploded structure according to an embodiment of the present invention.

[0026] Figure 3 is a schematic diagram of the exploded structure from another direction according to an embodiment of the present invention.

[0027] Figure 4 is a schematic diagram of the internal structure of the housing in an embodiment of the present invention.

[0028] Figure 5 is a schematic diagram of the exploded structure at the traction roller in an embodiment of the present invention.

[0029] In the diagram, 1. Housing; 11. Cover; 2. Coding module; 21. Coding inlet; 22. Coding outlet; 3. Separation mechanism; 31. Separation shaft; 311. Separation sleeve; 312. Separation protrusion; 32. Separation plate; 4. Traction roller; 41. Traction shell; 411. Traction notch; 42. Rubber sleeve; 5. Traction element; 51. Gear assembly; 6. Mounting plate; 61. Guide block; 62. Elastic element; 63. Mounting hole; 71. Input module; 72. Control circuit board; 73. Display module; 8. Paper roll; 81. Face paper section; 82. Bottom paper section. Embodiments of the present invention

[0030] The embodiments of the present invention will be further described below with reference to the accompanying drawings:

[0031] As shown in Figure 1 and Figures 2-5, a thermal coding machine includes a housing 1.

[0032] The coding module 2, located inside the housing 1, is used to code the roll paper 8. The coding module 2 includes a coding element, a coding inlet 21, a coding outlet 22, and a coding wedge for coding the roll paper. The coding element is used to drive the roll paper from the coding inlet 21 into the coding wedge, complete the coding, and then send it out from the coding outlet 22. The coding module can be implemented using an existing thermal coding module.

[0033] Separation mechanism 3 is located on housing 1, behind coding outlet 22, and is used to separate the front paper section 81 and the back paper section 82 of the roll paper 8 that are fed out of coding outlet 22.

[0034] The traction roller 4 is mounted on the housing 1 and is used to pull the bottom paper section of the paper roll forward.

[0035] A traction element 5 is housed within the housing 1; the traction element 5 is connected to the traction roller 4 and drives the traction roller 4 to rotate; the traction element 5 operates synchronously with the coding element. The beneficial effects of this invention are that the traction element allows it to pull the bottom paper forward, and the synchronous movement of the traction element and coding element results in good product synchronization performance, facilitating continuous and reliable feeding, and aiding in waste paper recycling. The separation mechanism separates the top paper and bottom paper, facilitating the tearing off of the top paper and improving efficiency. This invention also features a simple structure, convenient assembly, reliable operation, and long service life.

[0036] The housing 1 is provided with a mounting plate 6, and the traction roller 4 is located above the mounting plate 6. The traction roller 4 and the mounting plate 6 cooperate to form a traction channel through which the bottom paper passes. This structure facilitates the discharge of the bottom paper, ensures good synchronization between the coding element and the traction element, and avoids printing misalignment.

[0037] The traction roller 4 is mounted on the traction housing 41, and the traction element 5 is located inside the traction housing 41. The traction housing 41 is positioned above the mounting plate 6, and a traction notch 411 is provided on the side of the traction housing 41 facing the mounting plate 6. The mounting plate 6 is hinged to the housing 1 and can rotate relative to the housing 1. Specifically, one end of the mounting plate has an operation notch for opening the mounting plate; specifically, one end of the mounting plate has a toothed portion for easily tearing the bottom paper. This facilitates the discharge of the bottom paper and reliably limits the discharge of the bottom paper. Specifically, the invention also includes a guide block 61, which is mounted on the mounting plate 6 and positioned below the traction roller 4. The traction roller 4 and the guide block 61 cooperate to form a traction channel through which the bottom paper passes. More specifically, it also includes an elastic element 62. The guide block 61 is inserted from the bottom of the mounting plate 6 and vertically limited by the mounting plate 6. The mounting plate 6 has mounting holes 63 for the guide block 61 to protrude. The elastic element 62 abuts against the guide block 61 and has a tendency to drive the guide block 61 toward the traction roller 4. This structure allows the traction roller and the guide block to cooperate reliably, reliably pulling the bottom paper section. The elastic element ensures reliable cooperation between the traction roller and the guide block and can adapt to paper winding operations of different thicknesses.

[0038] The mounting plate 6 and guide block 61 are angled toward the traction roller 4. The traction element 5 drives the traction roller 4 to rotate via the gear assembly 51. The traction roller 4 is fitted with a rubber sleeve 42. This facilitates traction and ensures reliable product traction. The rubber sleeve increases friction, making it easier to reliably pull the bottom paper section.

[0039] The separation mechanism 3 includes a separation shaft 31 and a separation plate 32 that bends the path of the paper roll. The paper roll is fed from the coding outlet 22, passes between the separation shaft 31 and the separation plate 32, and separates the face paper portion from the bottom paper portion. Specifically, the separation shaft 31 is provided with a separation sleeve 311, and the separation sleeve 311 is provided with multiple separation protrusions 312 for increasing friction. These separation protrusions 312 are arranged circumferentially on the separation shaft 31, and the separation sleeve 311 is integrally molded from rubber material. This structure allows the face paper portion and the bottom paper portion to be separated, making it easier for workers to quickly remove the face paper portion and improving work efficiency.

[0040] The present invention also includes:

[0041] Input module 71, located on housing 1, is used to edit and input the content to be encoded;

[0042] The control circuit board 72 is connected to the input module 71; the control circuit board 72 is connected to the coding module 2 for controlling the coding of the coding terminal.

[0043] The display module 73 is mounted on the housing 1 and is located on the same side as the input module 71; the control circuit board 72 is connected to the display module 73 for information display.

[0044] Cover 11 covers the outside of the control circuit board 72 and is connected to the housing 1. The input module is set up to make product adjustment convenient and reliable when the printed content needs to be adjusted, with a wide range of adaptability and simple operation. The display module can display the input content to avoid typing errors, and can also display battery information, etc.

[0045] In the description of this invention, it should be noted that the terms "center," "longitudinal," "lateral," "upper," "lower," "front," "rear," "left," "right," "vertical," "horizontal," "top," "bottom," "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 the invention and for 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 the invention. Furthermore, the terms "first" and "second" are used for descriptive purposes only and should not be construed as indicating or implying relative importance.

[0046] In the description of this invention, 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 of two components. Those skilled in the art can understand the specific meaning of the above terms in this invention based on the specific circumstances. Furthermore, in the description of this invention, unless otherwise stated, "a plurality of" means two or more.

[0047] Please note to all technical personnel: Although the present invention has been described according to the specific embodiments above, the inventive concept of the present invention is not limited to this invention. Any modifications that utilize the inventive concept will be included within the scope of protection of the patent rights of the present invention.

Claims

1. A thermal coding machine, comprising a housing (1), characterized in that: The coding module (2) is located inside the housing (1) and is used to code the roll paper. The coding module (2) includes a coding element, a coding inlet (21), a coding outlet (22), and a coding wedge for coding the roll paper. The coding element is used to drive the roll paper from the coding inlet (21) into the coding wedge, complete the coding, and then send it out from the coding outlet (22). Separation mechanism (3) is located on housing (1) behind coding outlet (22) and is used to separate the front paper part and the back paper part of the roll paper from the coding outlet (22); The traction roller (4) is mounted on the housing (1) and is used to pull the bottom paper section of the roll paper forward. The traction element (5) is located inside the housing (1); the traction element (5) is connected to the traction roller (4) and is used to drive the traction roller (4) to rotate; the traction element (5) and the coding element operate synchronously.

2. The thermal coding machine according to claim 1, characterized in that... The housing (1) is provided with a mounting plate (6), and the traction roller (4) is located above the mounting plate (6). The traction roller (4) and the mounting plate (6) cooperate to form a traction channel through which the bottom paper part passes.

3. A thermal coding machine according to claim 2, characterized in that... The traction roller (4) is disposed on the traction housing (41), the traction element (5) is disposed inside the traction housing (41), the traction housing (41) is disposed above the mounting plate (6), and the traction housing (41) has a traction notch (411) on the side facing the mounting plate (6); the mounting plate (6) is hinged to the housing (1) and can rotate relative to the housing (1).

4. A thermal coding machine according to claim 2, characterized in that... It also includes a guide block (61) on the mounting plate (6). The guide block (61) is located below the traction roller (4). The traction roller (4) and the guide block (61) cooperate with each other to form a traction channel through which the bottom paper part passes.

5. A thermal coding machine according to claim 4, characterized in that... It also includes an elastic element (62), the guide block (61) is inserted from the bottom of the mounting plate (6) and is vertically limited by the mounting plate (6), the mounting plate (6) is provided with mounting holes (63) for the guide block (61) to protrude, the elastic element (62) abuts against the guide block (61) and has a tendency to drive the guide block (61) to move toward the traction roller (4).

6. A thermal coding machine according to claim 4, characterized in that... The mounting plate (6) and guide block (61) are obliquely arranged on one side facing the traction roller (4). The traction element (5) drives the traction roller (4) to rotate through the gear assembly (51). The traction roller (4) is covered with a rubber sleeve (42).

7. A thermal coding machine according to claim 1, characterized in that... The separation mechanism (3) includes a separation shaft (31) and a separation plate (32) that bends the path of the roll paper. The roll paper is fed from the coding outlet (22) and passes between the separation shaft (31) and the separation plate (32), causing the face paper part of the roll paper to separate from the bottom paper part.

8. A thermal coding machine according to claim 1, characterized in that... The separation shaft (31) is provided with a separation sleeve (311), and the separation sleeve (311) is provided with separation protrusions (312) for increasing friction. There are multiple separation protrusions (312) and they are arranged circumferentially on the separation shaft (31). The separation sleeve (311) is integrally formed from rubber material.

9. A thermal coding machine according to claim 1, characterized in that... Also includes: The input module (71) is located on the housing (1) and is used to edit the input content to be coded; The control circuit board (72) is connected to the input module (71); the control circuit board (72) is connected to the coding module (2) for controlling the coding of the coding terminal.

10. A thermal coding machine according to claim 1, characterized in that... Also includes; The display module (73) is located on the housing (1) and is disposed on the same side as the input module (71); the control circuit board (72) is connected to the display module (73) for information display; The cover (11) is placed on the outside of the control circuit board (72) and connected to the housing (1).

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