Machine tool pedal structure

By designing adjustable-height foot pedal components and material receiving parts, the problem of insufficient adaptability of CNC machine tool foot pedal structures has been solved, improving operating comfort and safety, and making it suitable for various machine tool types and processing scenarios.

CN119566852BActive Publication Date: 2025-11-11ZHUHAI GREE INTELLIGENT EQUIP TECH RES INST CO LTD +2
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Application Number
CN202411873536.4
Authority / Receiving Office
CN · China
Patent Type
Patents(China)
Current Assignee / Owner
Filing Date
2024-12-18
Publication Date
2025-11-11
Estimated Expiration
2044-12-18

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Technical Problem

The existing foot pedal structure of CNC machine tools is difficult to adapt to the needs of machine tools of different sizes, resulting in inconvenience in operation, increased physical burden and safety hazards.

Method used

Design a foot pedal assembly comprising multiple height-adjustable components, each including an adjustable support frame and a material receiving part, capable of collecting waste and coolant, adapting to the needs of different operators and machine tool heights.

Benefits of technology

It improves operational comfort and efficiency, reduces pollution and slip risk in the working environment, enhances applicability and safety, and facilitates installation and adjustment.

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Abstract

This invention provides a machine tool foot pedal structure, including multiple foot pedal components. Each foot pedal component includes a first support frame, a second support frame, a first receiving component, and a second receiving component. The height of the first support frame is adjustable. The second support frame includes multiple sub-frames arranged in a stepped manner, each with an adjustable height along the vertical direction. The first receiving component is disposed on the first support frame and has a first support surface for supporting the operator. Multiple second receiving components are correspondingly disposed on the multiple sub-frames, each having a second support surface for supporting the operator. The first support surface is higher than the multiple second support surfaces along the vertical direction, and the height of the multiple second support surfaces gradually decreases along the direction away from the first support surface. Both the first and second receiving components are used to receive waste material and coolant generated by the machine tool. This invention solves the problem that existing foot pedal structures are difficult to adapt to machine tools of different sizes.
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Technical Field

[0001] This invention relates to the field of foot pedal technology, and more specifically, to a machine tool foot pedal structure. Background Technology

[0002] Currently, CNC machine tools, as key equipment in modern manufacturing, play an irreplaceable role in various fields such as automobiles, mold making, aerospace, and military industry. With continuous technological advancements, the size and structure of CNC machine tools are becoming increasingly diverse and larger to meet the high-precision machining requirements of complex parts. This change has also brought about issues related to operational convenience. In actual operation, the control panel and reading gauges of CNC machine tools are often positioned at a high level, requiring operators to frequently change their standing height to adapt to different working heights. This not only increases the physical burden on operators and reduces work efficiency but may also create safety hazards due to instability.

[0003] However, existing foot pedal structures, such as fixed-size foot pedals or simple adjustable ladders, while alleviating this problem to some extent, still have shortcomings in terms of adaptability, flexibility, and safety. Fixed-size foot pedals cannot meet the needs of machine tools of different sizes, while simple adjustable ladders have deficiencies in stability, water resistance, and ease of use. In particular, during machining, splashes of coolant and cutting fluid can make the ladder slippery, increasing operational risks. Summary of the Invention

[0004] The main objective of this invention is to provide a machine tool foot pedal structure to solve the problem that existing foot pedal structures are difficult to adapt to machine tools of different sizes.

[0005] To achieve the above objectives, according to one aspect of the present invention, a machine tool foot pedal structure is provided, comprising a plurality of foot pedal assemblies connected sequentially along a preset direction. Each foot pedal assembly includes: a first support frame body, which is vertically height-adjustable; a second support frame body connected to the first support frame body, the second support frame body including a plurality of sub-frame bodies distributed in a stepped manner, each sub-frame body having a vertically height-adjustable component; a first receiving component disposed on the first support frame body, the first receiving component having a first support surface for supporting an operator; and a plurality of second receiving components respectively disposed on the plurality of sub-frame bodies, each second receiving component having a second support surface for supporting an operator; wherein, the first support surface is higher than the plurality of second support surfaces in the vertical direction, and the height of the plurality of second support surfaces gradually decreases in the direction away from the first support surface; both the first and second receiving components are used to receive waste material and coolant generated by the machine tool.

[0006] Furthermore, the first receiving component includes: a first receiving box, detachably connected to the first support frame, the top of the first receiving box having a first receiving port communicating with its interior; and a first pedal component, disposed at the first receiving port and connected to the first receiving box, the top surface of the first pedal component being a first support surface.

[0007] Furthermore, the first pedal component is provided with a plurality of first through holes communicating with the first receiving port, so that the waste material and coolant generated by the machine tool flow into the first receiving box through the plurality of first through holes; and / or, the first pedal component is provided with a plurality of first connecting grooves, and the inner wall of the first receiving box is provided with a plurality of first ribs, and the plurality of first ribs are respectively engaged with the plurality of first connecting grooves.

[0008] Furthermore, the first pedal component is made of fiberglass; and / or, the bottom of the first receiving box is provided with a first discharge port for draining the coolant inside the first receiving box; and / or, the outer wall of the first receiving box is provided with a plurality of first connectors for detachably connecting to the first support frame.

[0009] Furthermore, the first support frame includes: a plurality of first support columns, each of which has a retractable first base at its bottom for contacting the support base surface; a plurality of first crossbeams, each of which has its two ends connected to two adjacent first support columns; and a plurality of second crossbeams, each of which has its two ends connected to two oppositely arranged first crossbeams.

[0010] Furthermore, each foot pedal assembly also includes: multiple adjustment components, which are respectively disposed between the sub-frame and the second receiving component and detachably connected to the sub-frame, for adjusting the height of the second support surface in the vertical direction.

[0011] Furthermore, each of the second receiving components includes: a second receiving box, detachably connected to the adjusting component, the top of the second receiving box having a second receiving port communicating with its interior; and a second pedal component, disposed at the second receiving port and connected to the second receiving box, the top surface of the second pedal component being a second support surface.

[0012] Furthermore, the second pedal component is provided with a plurality of second through holes communicating with the second receiving port, so that the waste material and coolant generated by the machine tool flow into the second receiving box through the plurality of second through holes; and / or, the second pedal component is provided with a plurality of second connecting grooves, and the inner wall of the second receiving box is provided with a plurality of second ribs, and the plurality of second ribs are respectively engaged with the plurality of second connecting grooves.

[0013] Furthermore, the second pedal component is made of fiberglass; and / or, the bottom of the second receiving box is provided with a second row of discharge ports for draining the coolant inside the second receiving box; and / or, the outer wall of the second receiving box is provided with a plurality of second connectors for detachably connecting to the sub-frame body respectively.

[0014] Furthermore, each subframe includes: multiple second support columns, each second support column having a retractable second base at its bottom for contacting the support base surface; and multiple third crossbeams, each third crossbeam having its two ends connected to two adjacent second support columns respectively.

[0015] The present invention provides a machine tool foot pedal structure, comprising multiple foot pedal components connected sequentially along a preset direction. Each foot pedal component includes a first support frame, a second support frame, a first receiving component, and a second receiving component. The first support frame is vertically height-adjustable. The second support frame is connected to the first support frame and includes multiple sub-frames arranged in a stepped manner, each sub-frame having a vertically adjustable height. The first receiving component is disposed on the first support frame and has a first support surface for supporting the operator. Multiple second receiving components are respectively disposed on the multiple sub-frames, each having a second support surface for supporting the operator. The first support surface is higher than the multiple second support surfaces in the vertical direction, and the height of the multiple second support surfaces gradually decreases in the direction away from the first support surface. Both the first and second receiving components are used to receive waste material and coolant generated by the machine tool.

[0016] In this way, through the vertically adjustable design of the first support frame and the independent vertical height adjustment of each sub-frame in the second support frame, the foot pedal structure can adapt to the needs of different operators and machine tool heights, providing personalized standing heights and significantly improving operational comfort and efficiency. This solves the problem of existing foot pedal structures being unable to adapt to machine tools of different sizes. Furthermore, both the first and second receiving components have material receiving functions, effectively collecting waste materials and coolant generated during machine tool processing, avoiding pollution and slippery hazards in the work area, and maintaining a clean and safe working environment. Simultaneously, the independent design of each foot pedal component and the connection method along a preset direction allow the foot pedal structure to be freely combined and disassembled according to specific needs, greatly facilitating installation and adjustment in different processing environments and machine tool sizes. Whether for high-precision operation or height adjustment for large machine tool operations, this foot pedal structure provides suitable support, applicable to a wide range of machine tool types and processing scenarios, improving overall applicability and operator satisfaction. Attached Figure Description

[0017] The accompanying drawings, which form part of this application, are used to provide a further understanding of the invention. The illustrative embodiments of the invention and their descriptions are used to explain the invention and do not constitute an undue limitation of the invention. In the drawings:

[0018] Figure 1 A schematic diagram of the overall structure provided by an embodiment of the machine tool foot pedal structure according to the present invention is shown;

[0019] Figure 2 A schematic diagram of the foot pedal assembly provided in an embodiment of the machine tool foot pedal structure according to the present invention is shown;

[0020] Figure 3 A schematic diagram of the structure of the first support frame provided in an embodiment of the machine tool foot pedal structure according to the present invention is shown;

[0021] Figure 4 A schematic diagram of the structure of the second support frame provided in an embodiment of the machine tool foot pedal structure according to the present invention is shown;

[0022] Figure 5 A schematic diagram of the structure of the first receiving box provided according to an embodiment of the machine tool foot pedal structure of the present invention is shown;

[0023] Figure 6 A schematic diagram of the structure of the second receiving box provided according to an embodiment of the machine tool foot pedal structure of the present invention is shown;

[0024] Figure 7 A schematic diagram of the structure of a first pedal component provided in an embodiment of the machine tool foot pedal structure according to the present invention is shown;

[0025] Figure 8 A schematic diagram of the structure of the second pedal component provided in an embodiment of the machine tool foot pedal structure according to the present invention is shown;

[0026] Figure 9 A schematic diagram of the adjustment component provided in an embodiment of the machine tool foot pedal structure according to the present invention is shown.

[0027] The above figures include the following reference numerals:

[0028] 1. Foot pedal assembly;

[0029] 10. First support frame; 11. First support column; 110. First base; 12. First crossbeam; 13. Second crossbeam;

[0030] 20. Second support frame; 21. Sub-frame; 210. Second support column; 2101. Second base; 211. Third crossbeam;

[0031] 30. First receiving component; 31. First support surface; 32. First receiving box; 320. First rib; 321. First discharge port; 322. First connector; 33. First pedal component; 330. First through hole; 331. First connecting groove;

[0032] 40. Second receiving component; 41. Second support surface; 42. Second receiving box; 420. Second rib; 421. Second discharge port; 422. Second connector; 43. Second pedal component; 430. Second through hole; 431. Second connecting groove;

[0033] 50. Adjustment components; 60. Anti-slip plate. Detailed Implementation

[0034] It should be noted that, unless otherwise specified, the embodiments and features described in this application can be combined with each other. The present invention will now be described in detail with reference to the accompanying drawings and embodiments.

[0035] To address the problem that existing foot pedal structures are difficult to adapt to machine tools of different sizes, this invention provides a machine tool foot pedal structure.

[0036] Please refer to Figures 1 to 9 As shown, the present invention provides a machine tool foot pedal structure, including a plurality of foot pedal components 1 connected sequentially along a preset direction. Each foot pedal component 1 includes a first support frame 10, a second support frame 20, a first receiving component 30, and a second receiving component 40. The first support frame 10 is vertically height-adjustable. The second support frame 20 is connected to the first support frame 10 and includes a plurality of sub-frames 21 arranged in a stepped manner, the height of each sub-frame 21 being vertically adjustable. The first receiving component 30 is located at... On the first support frame 10, the first receiving component 30 has a first support surface 31 for supporting the operator; a plurality of second receiving components 40 are respectively disposed on a plurality of sub-frames 21, and each second receiving component 40 has a second support surface 41 for supporting the operator; wherein, the first support surface 31 is higher than the plurality of second support surfaces 41 in the vertical direction, and the height of the plurality of second support surfaces 41 gradually decreases in the direction away from the first support surface 31; the first receiving component 30 and the second receiving component 40 are both used to receive waste material and coolant generated by the machine tool.

[0037] In one aspect of the technical solution of this invention, the foot pedal structure, through the vertically adjustable design of the first support frame 10 and the independent vertical height adjustment of each sub-frame 21 in the second support frame 20, can adapt to the needs of different operators and machine tool heights, providing personalized standing heights and significantly improving operational comfort and efficiency. This solves the problem of existing foot pedal structures being difficult to adapt to machine tools of different sizes. Furthermore, both the first receiving component 30 and the second receiving component 40 have receiving functions, effectively collecting waste materials and coolant generated during machine tool processing, avoiding pollution and slippery hazards in the work area, and maintaining a clean and safe working environment. Simultaneously, the independent design of each foot pedal component 1 and the connection method along a preset direction allow the foot pedal structure to be freely combined and disassembled according to specific needs, greatly facilitating installation and adjustment under different processing environments and machine tool sizes. Whether for high-precision operation or height adjustment for large machine tool operations, this foot pedal structure provides suitable support, applicable to a wide range of machine tool types and processing scenarios, improving overall applicability and operator satisfaction.

[0038] like Figure 5 and Figure 7 As shown, the first receiving component 30 includes a first receiving box 32 and a first foot pedal 33. The first receiving box 32 is detachably connected to the first support frame 10, and the top of the first receiving box 32 has a first receiving port communicating with its interior. The first foot pedal 33 is disposed at the first receiving port and connected to the first receiving box 32, and the top surface of the first foot pedal 33 serves as a first support surface 31. Through this configuration, the first receiving port can effectively collect and store waste material and coolant splashed from the machine tool, preventing liquid and solid waste from directly falling onto the foot pedal structure, reducing the risk of slipping, and keeping the foot pedal surface dry and clean. Furthermore, the top surface of the first foot pedal 33, as the first support surface 31, directly provides standing support for the operator, ensuring that the operator can stand stably during precision operations. Meanwhile, the first receiving box 32 is detachably connected to the first support frame 10. When cleaning or replacement is required, the operator can easily remove the receiving box to clean the internal waste and coolant without disassembling the entire foot pedal structure. This simplifies the maintenance process, reduces maintenance time, and improves production efficiency.

[0039] Specifically, the first pedal component 33 is provided with multiple first through holes 330 communicating with the first receiving port, so that waste material and coolant generated by the machine tool can flow into the first receiving box 32 through the multiple first through holes 330. This ensures that waste material and coolant generated by the machine tool can flow into the first receiving box 32 quickly and evenly, avoiding the accumulation of waste material on the pedal surface, promoting timely drainage of coolant, keeping the pedal surface dry, and thus improving the safety and comfort of operation. At the same time, the presence of through holes increases the friction coefficient of the surface of the first pedal component 33, so that even in wet conditions, the operator can maintain a good anti-slip effect, reducing the potential risk of slipping and falling, and further ensuring the safety of the operator.

[0040] Specifically, the first pedal component 33 is provided with multiple first connecting slots 331, and the inner wall of the first receiving box 32 is provided with multiple first ribs 320, which are respectively engaged with the multiple first connecting slots 331. In this way, the engagement of the first ribs 320 with the first connecting slots 331 achieves a stable connection between the first receiving box 32 and the first pedal component 33, ensuring accurate positioning and secure fixation of the first receiving box 32 during use. At the same time, this engaging structure design facilitates disassembly; the operator can easily remove the receiving box for waste cleaning or replacement without the need for additional tools, improving maintenance efficiency and enhancing the overall adaptability and flexibility of the foot pedal structure.

[0041] In this embodiment, the first pedal component 33 is made of fiberglass. Fiberglass, as a composite material, is lightweight and high-strength, allowing the first pedal component 33 to maintain sufficient structural strength while reducing overall weight and improving the ease of handling and installation of the foot pedal structure. Furthermore, fiberglass has excellent corrosion resistance to water, oil, and most chemicals, making it particularly suitable for use in machining environments such as CNC machine tools. It effectively resists the erosion of the pedal by substances such as coolant and cutting fluid, extending the pedal's service life.

[0042] In this embodiment, the bottom of the first receiving box 32 is provided with a first discharge port 321 for discharging the coolant inside the first receiving box 32. Thus, the first discharge port 321 can be connected to a discharge pipe and connector to directly guide excess coolant to a pre-set collection container or treatment system, avoiding disorderly overflow of excess coolant during operation, reducing the risk of pollution to the working environment, maintaining the cleanliness and safety of the work area, and greatly simplifying the cleaning process and improving maintenance efficiency.

[0043] In this embodiment, the outer wall of the first receiving box 32 is provided with a plurality of first connectors 322 for detachably connecting to the first support frame 10. This allows the first receiving box 32 to be flexibly installed and removed from the first support frame 10, enabling the operator to quickly adjust the configuration of the foot pedal structure according to the working status and maintenance needs of the CNC machine tool. This helps optimize the working environment and ensures that the foot pedal structure can adapt to different working heights and operating positions.

[0044] like Figure 2 and Figure 3 As shown, the first support frame 10 includes multiple first support columns 11, multiple first crossbeams 12, and multiple second crossbeams 13. Each first support column 11 has a retractable first base 110 at its bottom, which contacts the support base surface. The two ends of each first crossbeam 12 are respectively connected to two adjacent first support columns 11. The two ends of each second crossbeam 13 are respectively connected to two oppositely arranged first crossbeams 12. Through this configuration, the retractable first base 110 allows the first support frame 10 to adapt to support base surfaces of different heights, ensuring the stability and flatness of the foot pedal structure, enhancing its versatility, and enabling stable installation in environments with uneven terrain or height differences without additional adjustments or support. Furthermore, the combination of multiple first support columns 11 with the first crossbeams 12 and second crossbeams 13 forms a grid-like support frame, providing strong support and load-bearing capacity, ensuring the stability and safety of the foot pedal structure when bearing the weight of the operator. Meanwhile, this modular design makes the assembly and disassembly of the foot pedal structure very convenient. Operators can quickly adjust the size and shape of the foot pedal structure to adapt to the space requirements of different CNC machine tools, and it is also convenient for transportation and storage.

[0045] like Figure 9 As shown, each foot pedal assembly 1 also includes multiple adjusting components 50. These adjusting components 50 are respectively disposed between the sub-frame 21 and the second receiving component 40 and are detachably connected to the sub-frame 21 to adjust the height of the second support surface 41 in the vertical direction. This arrangement of the adjusting components 50 allows for flexible adjustment of the height of the second support surface 41 of the foot pedal assembly 1, ensuring that the operator can easily adjust the foot pedal to the most comfortable position according to their height or the operating height of different CNC machine tools, improving the operator's work efficiency and comfort. Furthermore, the detachable connection between the adjusting components 50 and the sub-frame 21 simplifies the assembly and disassembly of the foot pedal assembly 1, facilitating rapid adjustment of the foot pedal structure according to actual needs or changes in the working environment. Simultaneously, this design also facilitates maintenance and replacement, reducing maintenance costs and downtime.

[0046] like Figure 6 and Figure 8As shown, each of the second receiving components 40 includes a second receiving box 42 and a second pedal component 43. The second receiving box 42 is detachably connected to the adjusting component 50, and the top of the second receiving box 42 has a second receiving port communicating with its interior. The second pedal component 43 is disposed at the second receiving port and connected to the second receiving box 42, and the top surface of the second pedal component 43 is a second support surface 41. With the above configuration, the second receiving port can effectively collect and store waste material and coolant splashed from the machine tool, avoiding direct liquid and solid waste falling onto the foot pedal structure, reducing the risk of slipping, and keeping the foot pedal surface dry and clean. Furthermore, the top surface of the second pedal component 43 serves as the second support surface 41, directly providing standing support for the operator to ensure stable standing during precision operations. The combination of the second receiving component 40 and the adjusting component 50 provides robust support, ensuring the stability and load-bearing capacity of the foot pedal assembly 1 at different heights, adapting to various work scenarios. Whether in high-precision machining or environments requiring frequent adjustments to the operating height, it provides a stable and safe foot pedal structure to meet the operator's needs. Simultaneously, the second receiving box 42 is detachably connected to the sub-frame 21. When cleaning or replacement is required, the operator can easily remove the receiving box to clean internal waste materials and coolant without disassembling the entire foot pedal structure, simplifying the maintenance process, reducing maintenance time, and improving production efficiency.

[0047] Specifically, the second pedal component 43 is provided with multiple second through holes 430 communicating with the second receiving port, allowing waste material and coolant generated by the machine tool to flow into the second receiving box 42 through the multiple second through holes 430. This effectively guides the flow of waste material and coolant, ensuring that even if a large amount of waste material and coolant is generated during processing, they are quickly and evenly distributed and flow into the receiving box, preventing waste material or liquid from accumulating on the pedal, reducing the risk of slipping, and improving work safety. Simultaneously, the presence of through holes increases the coefficient of friction on the surface of the second pedal component 43, maintaining good anti-slip performance even in wet conditions, reducing the potential risk of slipping and falling, and further ensuring operator safety. Furthermore, the design of multiple second through holes 430 allows the foot pedal assembly 1 to adapt to different amounts of waste material and coolant flow rates in different processing environments. Whether processing large or delicate parts, the collection of waste material and coolant can be optimized, enhancing the adaptability and flexibility of the foot pedal structure.

[0048] Specifically, the second pedal component 43 is provided with multiple second connecting slots 431, and the inner wall of the second receiving box 42 is provided with multiple second ribs 420, which are respectively engaged with the multiple second connecting slots 431. In this way, the engagement of the second ribs 420 with the second connecting slots 431 achieves a stable connection between the second receiving box 42 and the second pedal component 43, ensuring accurate positioning and secure fixation of the second receiving box 42 during use. At the same time, this engaging structure design facilitates disassembly; the operator can easily remove the receiving box for waste cleaning or replacement without the need for additional tools, improving maintenance efficiency and enhancing the overall adaptability and flexibility of the foot pedal structure. Furthermore, the engaging structure allows for fine-tuning of the position between the second pedal component 43 and the second receiving box 42, enabling the foot pedal assembly 1 to better adapt to different operating environments and operator needs, improving the flexibility and comfort of CNC machine tool operation.

[0049] In this embodiment, the second pedal component 43 is made of fiberglass. Fiberglass, as a composite material, is lightweight and high-strength, allowing the second pedal component 43 to maintain sufficient structural strength while reducing overall weight and improving the ease of handling and installation of the foot pedal structure. Furthermore, fiberglass has excellent corrosion resistance to water, oil, and most chemicals, making it particularly suitable for use in machining environments such as CNC machine tools. It effectively resists the erosion of the pedal by substances such as coolant and cutting fluid, extending the pedal's service life.

[0050] In this embodiment, the bottom of the second receiving box 42 is provided with a second discharge port 421 for draining the coolant inside the second receiving box 42. Thus, the second discharge port 421 can be connected to a discharge pipe and connector to directly guide excess coolant to a pre-set collection container or treatment system, avoiding disorderly overflow of excess coolant during operation, reducing the risk of pollution to the working environment, maintaining the cleanliness and safety of the work area, and allowing operators to easily clean the inside of the second receiving box 42 without disassembling the entire box, greatly simplifying the cleaning and maintenance process, saving time and labor costs, and improving maintenance efficiency. Simultaneously, timely drainage of excess coolant from the second receiving box 42 prevents long-term stagnation of coolant in the receiving box from corroding the metal parts of the CNC machine tool and foot pedal assembly 1, extending the service life of the equipment.

[0051] In this embodiment, the outer wall of the second receiving box 42 is provided with a plurality of second connectors 422 for detachable connection to the sub-frame 21. This allows the second receiving box 42 to be flexibly installed and removed from the sub-frame 21, enabling the operator to quickly adjust the configuration of the foot pedal structure according to the working status and maintenance needs of the CNC machine tool. This helps optimize the working environment and ensures that the foot pedal structure can adapt to different working heights and operating positions.

[0052] like Figure 2 and Figure 4 As shown, each subframe 21 includes multiple second support columns 210 and multiple third crossbeams 211; each second support column 210 has a retractable second base 2101 at its bottom, which is used to contact the support base surface; the two ends of each third crossbeam 211 are respectively connected to two adjacent second support columns 210. Through this configuration, the retractable second base 2101 allows the operator to independently adjust the height of each support column according to the layout of the CNC machine tool and the flatness of the ground, thereby ensuring the levelness and stability of the entire footrest structure. This is particularly suitable for environments with uneven ground, improving the adaptability and operational safety of the footrest assembly 1. The subframe 21 is composed of multiple second support columns 210 and third crossbeams 211. This modular design facilitates flexible expansion of the footrest assembly 1 according to the width and length of the CNC machine tool's operating area. The operator can easily increase or decrease the number of support columns and crossbeams to create a footrest platform that meets actual needs, enhancing the flexibility and expandability of the footrest structure. Meanwhile, the connection between the third crossbeam 211 and the second support column 210 ensures the structural strength of the foot pedal assembly 1, maintaining sufficient support and durability even under heavy loads or complex operating conditions. The node design between the crossbeam and the support column can distribute and bear the load, improving the stability and load-bearing capacity of the entire foot pedal structure.

[0053] In this embodiment, each foot pedal assembly 1 also includes an anti-slip plate 60, disposed on the side of the second support frame 20 away from the first support frame 10. The top surface of the anti-slip plate 60 serves as a third support surface, and the height of the third support surface is lower than the height of any of the second support surfaces 41. This effectively increases the friction between the operator and the foot pedal assembly 1, preventing slipping, especially in the presence of oil or coolant in the working environment, significantly improving operator safety. It also allows the operator to more easily adjust their standing posture when standing for extended periods or moving frequently, reducing pressure on the feet and legs and improving work efficiency.

[0054] As can be seen from the above description, the embodiments of the present invention achieve the following technical effects:

[0055] The machine tool foot pedal structure includes multiple foot pedal components 1 connected sequentially along a preset direction. Each foot pedal component 1 includes a first support frame 10, a second support frame 20, a first receiving component 30, and a second receiving component 40. The first support frame 10 is vertically height-adjustable. The second support frame 20 is connected to the first support frame 10 and includes multiple sub-frames 21 arranged in a stepped manner. The height of each sub-frame 21 is vertically adjustable. The first receiving component 30 is disposed on the first support frame. On the first support frame 10, the first receiving component 30 has a first support surface 31 for supporting the operator; multiple second receiving components 40 are respectively disposed on multiple sub-frames 21, each second receiving component 40 having a second support surface 41 for supporting the operator; wherein, the first support surface 31 is higher than the multiple second support surfaces 41 in the vertical direction, and the height of the multiple second support surfaces 41 gradually decreases in the direction away from the first support surface 31; both the first receiving component 30 and the second receiving component 40 are used to receive waste material and coolant generated by the machine tool. In this way, through the height-adjustable design of the first support frame 10 in the vertical direction, and the independent height adjustment of each sub-frame 21 in the second support frame 20 in the vertical direction, this foot pedal structure can adapt to the needs of different operators and different machine tool heights, providing personalized standing height, significantly improving the comfort and efficiency of operation, and thus solving the problem that the foot pedal structure in the prior art is difficult to adapt to machine tools of different sizes. Furthermore, both the first receiving component 30 and the second receiving component 40 have a receiving function, effectively collecting waste materials and coolant generated during machine tool processing, avoiding pollution and slippery hazards in the work area, and maintaining a clean and safe working environment. Meanwhile, the independent design of each foot pedal component 1 and the connection method along a preset direction allow the foot pedal structure to be freely combined and disassembled according to specific needs, greatly facilitating installation and adjustment in different processing environments and machine tool sizes. Whether for high-precision operation or height adjustment for large machine tool operations, this foot pedal structure provides suitable support, applicable to a wide range of machine tool types and processing scenarios, improving overall applicability and operator satisfaction.

[0056] It should be noted that the terminology used herein is for the purpose of describing particular embodiments only and is not intended to limit the exemplary embodiments according to this application. As used herein, the singular form is intended to include the plural form as well, unless the context clearly indicates otherwise. Furthermore, it should be understood that when the terms "comprising" and / or "including" are used in this specification, they indicate the presence of features, steps, operations, devices, components, and / or combinations thereof.

[0057] Unless otherwise specifically stated, the relative arrangement, numerical expressions, and values ​​of the components and steps set forth in these embodiments do not limit the scope of the invention. It should also be understood that, for ease of description, the dimensions of the various parts shown in the drawings are not drawn to actual scale. Techniques, methods, and devices known to those skilled in the art may not be discussed in detail, but where appropriate, such techniques, methods, and devices should be considered part of the specification. In all examples shown and discussed herein, any specific values ​​should be interpreted as merely exemplary and not as limitations. Therefore, other examples of exemplary embodiments may have different values. It should be noted that similar reference numerals and letters in the following figures denote similar items; therefore, once an item is defined in one figure, it need not be further discussed in subsequent figures.

[0058] In the description of this invention, it should be understood that the orientation or positional relationship indicated by directional terms such as "front, back, up, down, left, right", "horizontal, vertical, horizontal" and "top, bottom" is generally based on the orientation or positional relationship shown in the accompanying drawings, and is only for the convenience of describing this invention and simplifying the description. Unless otherwise stated, these directional terms 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, and therefore should not be construed as a limitation on the scope of protection of this invention; the directional terms "inner" and "outer" refer to the inner and outer contours relative to the outline of each component itself.

[0059] For ease of description, spatial relative terms such as "above," "on top of," "on the upper surface of," "above," etc., are used herein to describe the spatial positional relationship of a device or feature as shown in the figures to other devices or features. It should be understood that spatial relative terms are intended to encompass different orientations in use or operation beyond the orientation of the device as described in the figures. For example, if the device in the figures were inverted, a device described as "above" or "on top of" other devices or structures would subsequently be positioned as "below" or "under" other devices or structures. Thus, the exemplary term "above" can include both "above" and "below." The device may also be positioned in other different ways (rotated 90 degrees or in other orientations), and the spatial relative descriptions used herein will be interpreted accordingly.

[0060] Furthermore, it should be noted that the use of terms such as "first" and "second" to define components is merely for the purpose of distinguishing the corresponding components. Unless otherwise stated, the above terms have no special meaning and therefore should not be construed as limiting the scope of protection of this invention.

[0061] The above description is merely a preferred embodiment of the present invention and is not intended to limit the invention. Various modifications and variations can be made to the present invention by those skilled in the art. Any modifications, equivalent substitutions, improvements, etc., made within the spirit and principles of the present invention should be included within the scope of protection of the present invention.

Claims

1. A machine tool foot pedal structure, characterized in that, It includes a plurality of foot pedal components (1) connected sequentially along a preset direction, each of the foot pedal components (1) comprising: The first support frame (10) is set with adjustable height along the vertical direction; The second support frame (20) is connected to the first support frame (10). The second support frame (20) includes a plurality of sub-frames (21) distributed in a stepped manner. The height of each sub-frame (21) can be adjusted along the vertical direction. The first receiving component (30) is disposed on the first support frame (10), and the first receiving component (30) has a first support surface (31) for supporting the operator. Multiple second receiving components (40) are respectively disposed on multiple sub-frames (21), and each second receiving component (40) has a second support surface (41) for supporting the operator. In this context, the first support surface (31) along the vertical direction is higher than the plurality of second support surfaces (41), and the height of the plurality of second support surfaces (41) gradually decreases in the direction away from the first support surface (31); the first receiving component (30) and the second receiving component (40) are both used to receive waste materials and coolant generated by the machine tool; The first receiving component (30) includes: a first receiving box (32), which is detachably connected to the first support frame (10), and the top of the first receiving box (32) has a first receiving port communicating with its interior; and a first pedal component (33), which is disposed at the first receiving port and connected to the first receiving box (32), and the top surface of the first pedal component (33) is the first support surface (31). The first pedal component (33) is provided with a plurality of first through holes (330) communicating with the first receiving port, so that the waste material and coolant generated by the machine tool flow into the first receiving box (32) through the plurality of first through holes (330); the outer wall of the first receiving box (32) is provided with a plurality of first connectors (322) for detachably connecting to the first support frame (10); The first support frame (10) includes: a plurality of first support columns (11), and each of the first support columns (11) is provided with a first base (110) at its bottom, the first base (110) being used to contact the support base surface; Each of the foot pedal assemblies (1) further includes: a plurality of adjustment components (50), which are respectively disposed between the sub-frame (21) and the second receiving component (40) and are detachably connected to the sub-frame (21) for adjusting the height of the second support surface (41) in the vertical direction; Each of the second receiving components (40) includes: a second receiving box (42), which is detachably connected to the adjusting component (50), and the top of the second receiving box (42) has a second receiving port communicating with its interior; a second pedal component (43), which is disposed at the second receiving port and connected to the second receiving box (42), and the top surface of the second pedal component (43) is the second support surface (41). The second pedal component (43) is provided with a plurality of second through holes (430) communicating with the second receiving port, so that the waste material and coolant generated by the machine tool flow into the second receiving box (42) through the plurality of second through holes (430); the outer wall of the second receiving box (42) is provided with a plurality of second connectors (422) for detachably connecting to the sub-frame (21).

2. The machine tool foot pedal structure according to claim 1, characterized in that, The first pedal component (33) is provided with a plurality of first connecting grooves (331), and the inner wall of the first receiving box (32) is provided with a plurality of first ribs (320), and the plurality of first ribs (320) are respectively engaged with the plurality of first connecting grooves (331).

3. The machine tool foot pedal structure according to claim 1, characterized in that, The first pedal component (33) is made of fiberglass; and / or, The bottom of the first receiving box (32) is provided with a first discharge port (321) for discharging the coolant in the first receiving box (32).

4. The machine tool foot pedal structure according to claim 1, characterized in that, The first support frame (10) includes: Multiple first crossbeams (12), each of the two ends of which are respectively connected to two adjacent first support columns (11); Multiple second crossbeams (13), each of which has two ends connected to two oppositely arranged first crossbeams (12).

5. The machine tool foot pedal structure according to claim 1, characterized in that, The second pedal component (43) is provided with a plurality of second connecting grooves (431), and the inner wall of the second receiving box (42) is provided with a plurality of second ribs (420), and the plurality of second ribs (420) are respectively engaged with the plurality of second connecting grooves (431).

6. The machine tool foot pedal structure according to claim 5, characterized in that, The second pedal component (43) is made of fiberglass; and / or, The bottom of the second receiving box (42) is provided with a second discharge port (421) for discharging the coolant in the second receiving box (42).

7. The machine tool foot pedal structure according to claim 1, characterized in that, Each of the aforementioned subframes (21) includes: Multiple second support columns (210), each of which has a retractable second base (2101) at its bottom, the second base (2101) being used to contact the support base surface; Multiple third crossbeams (211), each of which has two ends connected to two adjacent second support columns (210).

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