Jet Solder Level Jig Using Multi-Height Conductive Pins
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Solution Overview
Problem
Conventional jet solder level confirmation jigs are inefficient in precisely determining when the jet wave of molten solder is either excessive or insufficient, requiring repetitive adjustments to reach the desired level, which is time-consuming and impractical.
Innovation Solution
A jet solder level confirmation jig with a sliding member and conductive pins of varying heights, connected to a power supply unit, allowing for precise adjustment and notification of the solder level through light-emitting, vibrating, or communication members, ensuring accurate contact detection and easy adjustment.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Measurement precision
If conventional level confirmation jigs are used, then the structure is simple, but the measurement precision is insufficient and cannot precisely determine when the jet wave is excessive or insufficient
Solution Approach 1:
The level confirmation jig is segmented into multiple conductive pins (first, second, third pins) with different heights, where each pin corresponds to a different level threshold. This segmentation allows precise measurement of whether the jet wave level is excessive or insufficient by detecting which pins are contacted, resolving the contradiction between measurement precision and device complexity.
Solution Approach 2:
The invention transitions from a single-level detection approach to a multi-level detection system by arranging conductive pins at different heights vertically. This dimensional arrangement enables precise determination of jet wave level status (excessive/insufficient) without significantly increasing structural complexity.
2Productivity
If conventional jigs require repetitive adjustments to reach desired level, then the measurement capability is basic, but the loss of time increases
Solution Approach 1:
The level confirmation jig provides immediate feedback through light-emitting members that illuminate when specific pins are contacted by the jet wave. This feedback mechanism allows operators to quickly determine whether adjustments are needed and in which direction, eliminating repetitive trial-and-error adjustments and reducing time loss.
Solution Approach 2:
The conductive pins are pre-positioned at specific heights corresponding to desired level thresholds before the soldering process begins. This preliminary arrangement of measurement references enables direct comparison with the jet wave level, allowing operators to make single-step adjustments rather than repetitive adjustments, thereby improving productivity.
3Measurement precision
If multiple conductive pins with different heights are used, then the measurement precision improves, but the device complexity increases
Solution Approach 1:
Multiple conductive pins with different heights are merged into a single integrated jig structure that can be attached to the soldering device. The pins, light-emitting members, and supporting structure are combined into one unit, allowing precise multi-level detection without proportionally increasing overall device complexity.
Solution Approach 2:
The conductive pins serve dual functions: they act as both the measurement probes and the structural elements defining the level thresholds. The pins themselves provide the reference levels through their predetermined heights, eliminating the need for separate reference markers or complex measurement mechanisms, thus balancing measurement precision with device simplicity.
Applied Scientific Principles
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Function Achieved in This Case
Enables precise confirmation and adjustment of the solder level, reducing operational time and preventing soldering failures by accurately determining the level of the molten solder, thus maintaining a consistent and high-quality soldering process.
Implementation Method 1
a plurality of conductive pins provided below the sliding member, the plurality of conductive pins being disposed such that tips of the plurality of conductive pins have different heights along a jetting direction of the jet wave of the molten solder
Implementation Method 2
the notifying unit includes a notifying member that performs a notifying operation, and a controlling unit connected to a power supply unit of a jet soldering device to drive the notifying member
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AI summary
Provided are a jet solder level confirmation jig and a method of handling the same, which allow the level of the jet wave of the molten solder to be accurately confirmed. A jet solder level confirmation jig is provided with a level confirmation unit for confirming a level of a jet wave of molten solder, a holding unit that holds the level confirmation unit, a notifying unit that notifies the level of the jet wave of the molten solder; and a bridge member having a length so as to be able to form a bridge in an upper part of a jet solder bath housed within a housing, the bridge member supporting the level confirmation unit in the upper part of the jet solder bath. The notifying unit is connected to a power supply unit of a jet soldering device.