Tool, machine tool system and method for operating tool

Abstract

The invention relates to a tool (10a-10d) for stripping a cable, comprising a cutting unit (12a) for cutting a sheath of the cable; an orientation unit (14a-14d) for orienting the cable for the cutting process by means of the cutting unit (12a); and a base unit (16a-16d), on which the orientation unit (14a-14d) and the cutting unit (12a) are arranged. According to the invention, the orientation units (14a-14d) can be adjusted to adapt to different cable diameters.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] The invention relates to a tool, a machine tool system and a method for operating a tool. Background Art

[0002] A tool for stripping cables has been proposed, comprising a cutting unit for cutting a cable sheath, for orienting the cable for a cutting process by means of the cutting unit, and a base unit on which the orienting unit and the cutting unit are arranged. Summary of the invention

[0003] The invention is based on a tool for stripping cables, comprising a cutting unit for cutting a cable sheath, for orienting the cable for a cutting process by means of the cutting unit, and a base unit on which the orientation unit and the cutting unit are arranged.

[0004] It is proposed that the orientation unit can be adjusted to adapt to different cable diameters. Due to the configuration of the tool according to the invention, different cables can be stripped particularly accurately. A tool for stripping cables that can be used particularly flexibly can be provided. A particularly high user comfort can be achieved. Advantageously, improper cable stripping can be particularly reliably prevented.

[0005] It is conceivable that the tool is configured as a separate tool for stripping cables. Alternatively, it is conceivable that the tool is configured as an insertion tool, in particular as an accessory for a machine tool, preferably a handheld machine tool.

[0006] The orientation unit is preferably arranged to center the cable, in particular relative to the cutting unit. "Arrangement" should be understood as a special configuration, a special design and / or a special equipment. The object is used for a specific function and should be understood as satisfying and / or implementing the specific function in at least one application and / or operating state. The orientation unit preferably has at least one orientation element, preferably a plurality of orientation elements. At least one orientation element is preferably supported on the base unit. At least one orientation element can move relative to the base unit, preferably for adjusting the orientation unit to adapt to different cable diameters. The orientation element is configured as a clamp or the like. The orientation unit is preferably arranged symmetrically around the orientation axis of the orientation unit. The orientation axis extends, in particular, at least substantially parallel to the rotation axis of the cutting unit. "Substantially parallel" can be understood here as an orientation of a direction relative to a reference direction, in particular in a plane, wherein the direction has a deviation of less than 8°, advantageously less than 5° and particularly advantageously less than 2° relative to the reference direction. Preferably, the rotation axis corresponds to the orientation axis. Preferably, the orientation unit, in particular, at least one orientation element can be adjusted relative to the rotation axis and / or the orientation axis. The orientation unit is preferably adjustable to a minimum cable diameter of 8 mm, preferably 10 mm, advantageously 15 mm. However, alternatively, it is also conceivable that the orientation unit is adjustable to a minimum cable diameter of less than 10 mm and / or is adjustable to a maximum cable diameter of greater than 120 mm. The orientation unit is preferably adjustable to a maximum cable diameter of 60 mm, preferably 120 mm. It is conceivable that the orientation unit can be adjusted steplessly and / or in steps. It is conceivable that the orientation unit can be adjusted automatically and / or manually. For example, the orientation unit comprises an orientation adjustment element for adjusting the orientation unit by an operator. The orientation adjustment element can be configured, for example, as a button, a rotary wheel, a lever, etc.

[0007] The base unit is particularly configured as a housing. The base unit preferably has a tool head. The tool head is, for example, annular or tubular. However, alternatively, it is also conceivable that the tool head has other shapes that seem meaningful to a person skilled in the art, especially shapes that are different from a tubular or annular shapes. The base unit, especially the tool head, especially has a receiving area for the cable. The receiving area is preferably at least partially bounded by the tool head. The receiving area is preferably arranged on the inner side of the tool head. The tool head preferably has a hole, which especially corresponds to the receiving area. The orientation unit, especially at least one orientation element and / or the cutting unit, especially at least one cutting element of the cutting unit, are arranged on the side of the tool head facing the hole and / or the receiving area.

[0008] The cutting unit has at least one cutting element for cutting the sheath. The cutting element can be configured as a blade or a planer. The cutting unit is preferably adjustable to adapt to different cable diameters. The cutting unit, preferably the cutting element, is arranged in particular spaced apart from the orientation unit, preferably the orientation element. At least one cutting element is preferably supported on the base unit. At least one cutting element is particularly movable relative to the base unit, preferably for adjusting the cutting unit to adapt to different cable diameters. Alternatively, it is also conceivable that the cutting unit, in particular the cutting element, is arranged on the orientation unit, preferably the orientation element, in particular supported on the orientation unit, preferably the orientation element, preferably for adapting to different cable diameters. Preferably, the minimum distance of the cutting unit, in particular at least one cutting element relative to the axis of rotation and / or the orientation axis can be adjusted. The cutting unit is preferably automatically adjustable, in particular by means of a sensor unit and / or manually adjustable. The cutting unit, for example, comprises a cutting unit adjustment element for adjusting the cutting unit by an operator. The cutting unit adjustment element can be configured, for example, as a button, a rotary wheel, a lever, etc. The sensor unit, for example, has at least one tactile sensor, an optical sensor or other sensors that appear to be meaningful to a person skilled in the art, for automatically adjusting the cutting unit and / or the orientation unit.

[0009] Preferably, the cutting unit is arranged in such a way that the cutting unit interrupts the cutting process when a predetermined stripping distance is reached. It is conceivable that the cutting unit has, for example, a mechanical, electronic and / or optical control unit for measuring the stripping distance. The stripping distance is predetermined, for example, by means of a cable stop of the tool, in particular by means of a control unit. It is conceivable that the stripping distance is predetermined by the control unit. It is also conceivable that the cutting unit controls, in particular interrupts, the cutting process based on the measurement detected by means of the control unit. It is also conceivable that the control unit is arranged to detect the voltage of the cable to be stripped and preferably to issue a warning to the operator, for example via an output unit of the tool. It is also conceivable that the control unit is arranged to determine the distance between the cutting unit and the cable, wherein the cutting unit can be adjusted based on this distance and / or an indication can be issued to the operator, for example via an output unit.

[0010] Preferably, the tool, in particular the cutting unit and / or the orientation unit can be driven by a drive unit of the handheld power tool, in particular in a state connected to the handheld power tool. Alternatively, it is also conceivable that the tool, in particular the tool configured as an independent tool, has a drive unit for driving the cutting unit and / or the orientation unit. The drive unit preferably has an electric motor or the like. The drive unit is particularly configured to drive the cutting process when stripping the cable with the aid of the cutting unit. In addition, it is conceivable that the drive unit is configured to preferably automatically adjust the cutting unit, preferably according to the sensor unit and / or the control unit. It is conceivable that the control unit is at least partially composed of the sensor unit, preferably a part of the sensor unit. The drive unit is particularly configured to drive the cutting unit around the rotation axis, in particular to generate a rotation of the cutting unit, in particular at least one cutting element, around the rotation axis, preferably relative to the base unit, in particular the tool head, preferably for performing the cutting process.

[0011] It is further proposed that the adjustment of the orienting unit is coupled to the adjustment of the cutting unit. Advantageously, the adjustment of the cutting unit can automatically adapt to the adjustment of the orienting unit. Advantageously, a particularly high level of user comfort can be achieved. A particularly reliable cable stripping can be achieved. Unintentional incorrect adjustments of the cutting unit and / or the orienting unit can be prevented. It is conceivable that the adjustment of the orienting unit is coupled to the adjustment of the cutting unit by mechanical, electronic, electrical and / or radio technology. In particular, the adjustment of the cutting unit is related to the adjustment of the orienting unit. Preferably, the adjustment of the cutting unit can be generated by the adjustment of the orienting unit.

[0012] It is further proposed that the orientation unit is configured to autonomously, in particular automatically, adjust to the cable diameter of the cable. A normal adjustment of the orientation unit can advantageously be supported. A particularly simple and / or precise cable stripping can be supported. User comfort can be increased. It is conceivable that the tool for automatically adjusting the orientation unit has a sensor unit. Preferably, the drive unit is configured to preferably automatically adjust the orientation unit, preferably based on the sensor unit and / or the control unit.

[0013] In addition, it is proposed that the tool has at least one spring element, wherein the orientation unit is at least partially connected to the base unit by the spring element, in particular elastically supported on the base unit. The cable can be prevented from getting stuck in the tool. A particularly high reliability can be advantageously achieved. A particularly high user comfort can be advantageously achieved. In particular, the orientation element is connected to the base unit by the spring element, preferably elastically supported on the base unit. The spring element can be used to generate an elastic orientation of the cable by means of the orientation unit. Preferably, the spring element is arranged between at least one orientation element and the base unit. The spring element is, for example, configured as a spring, in particular a helical spring, a torsion spring, a torsion spring, a leaf spring, a rubber elastic element, etc. Alternatively or additionally, it can also be considered that preferably another spring element of the orientation unit is arranged on at least one orientation element on the side facing the orientation axis, and the other spring element preferably rests on the cable in at least one operating state, in particular in the cable orientation state.

[0014] It is further proposed that the tool has a display unit for displaying the adjustment of the orientation unit. Advantageously, the adjustment of the orientation unit can be checked particularly easily and / or comfortably. Advantageously, incorrect adjustment of the orientation unit can be prevented particularly easily and / or effectively. The display unit can be designed as a mechanical display, an electromechanical display, an electrical display, an electronic display or the like or a combination thereof. The display unit is preferably arranged on the outside of the base unit, in particular the tool head. It is conceivable that the display unit is part of the output unit, in particular consists of the output unit.

[0015] In one aspect of the invention, which can be considered in particular independently of the other aspects of the invention, it is proposed that the cutting unit has at least one, in particular the aforementioned, cutting element, the cutting angle of which is adjustable. Advantageously, a particularly flexibly usable and / or adjustable cutting unit can be provided. The cutting angle of at least one cutting element can be adjusted, for example, for producing a spiral cut, a circular cut and / or a longitudinal cut. Preferably, the cutting angle can be adjusted, in particular regulated, relative to the orientation axis and / or the rotation axis.

[0016] In one aspect of the present invention, which can be considered in particular independently of other aspects of the present invention, it is proposed that the tool has a sensor unit, in particular the aforementioned sensor unit, for detecting at least one process parameter when stripping a cable. Advantageously, the stripping process can be monitored. The stripping process can be quality checked. Abnormal cable stripping can be determined. The functionality of the tool can be monitored. The sensor unit has, for example, an acceleration sensor and / or a gyroscope sensor. The process parameter preferably has at least one acceleration parameter. The sensor unit is configured to determine a dangerous situation based on the process parameter. For example, the sensor unit is configured to identify the tilt of the cutting unit and / or the unexpected rotational movement of the tool based on the process parameter, in particular the acceleration parameter. It is conceivable that the tool has a control and / or regulating unit for controlling and / or regulating the orientation unit and / or the cutting unit, in particular the drive unit of the handheld machine tool or the tool. It is also conceivable that the orientation unit and / or the cutting unit can be controlled and / or regulated by means of the control and / or regulating unit of the handheld machine tool. The control and / or regulating unit in particular includes at least one processor and a storage element and an operating program stored on the storage element. The storage element is preferably configured as a digital storage medium, such as a hard disk or the like. It is conceivable that the control and / or regulating unit is configured to control and / or regulate the orientation unit and / or cutting unit, in particular the drive unit, according to process parameters, preferably in the cutting process by the cutting unit and / or in the orientation process by means of the orientation unit. For example, it is conceivable that the control and / or regulating unit is configured to adjust the rotation speed of the cutting unit, close the drive unit, etc. according to process parameters. It is also conceivable that the control and / or regulating unit is configured to obtain quality parameters about the wire stripping process according to process parameters. It is conceivable that the tool has an output unit, in particular the aforementioned output unit, such as a display, etc. Preferably, the control and / or regulating unit is connected to the output unit in terms of data technology. For example, the quality parameter and / or process parameter can be output to the operator via the output unit. Alternatively or additionally, it is conceivable that the handheld machine tool has an output unit for outputting quality parameters and / or process parameters.

[0017] In one aspect of the invention, which can be considered in particular independently of the other aspects of the invention, it is proposed that the cutting unit can be operated in soft mode. Advantageously, a particularly clean, in particular tassel-free and / or tear-free cut of the sheath can be achieved. A particularly high quality of cable stripping can be achieved. The soft mode preferably has a soft start and / or a soft stop. In particular, the soft start is activated when the sheath cutting starts by the cutting unit. For example, in soft mode, in particular in a soft start, the rotational speed of the cutting unit is reduced relative to the rotational speed in normal mode. It is conceivable that in a soft start, the rotational speed of the cutting unit is increased continuously, preferably steplessly or in steps. It is conceivable that the rotational speed is increased for a short time in a soft stop, in particular relative to the rotational speed in normal mode. Thus, a particularly tear-free and / or tassel-free sheath end can be achieved.

[0018] In one aspect of the invention, which can be considered in particular independently of the other aspects of the invention, it is proposed that the cutting unit can be operated in two directions of rotation. Advantageously, the cutting unit can be used particularly flexibly. A particularly high degree of flexibility can be achieved in terms of construction technology. In particular, the cutting unit can be operated in two directions of rotation relative to the axis of rotation. The directions of rotation are preferably opposite to one another. The cutting unit is particularly designed to cut the sheath of a cable in two directions of rotation.

[0019] It is further proposed that the cutting unit is configured, in particular, to implement at least two different cutting trends. Advantageously, the cutting unit can be used particularly flexibly. The cutting unit is particularly configured to produce a first cutting trend along one of the rotation directions. The cutting unit is particularly configured to produce a second cutting trend along another rotation direction, preferably another rotation direction opposite to the rotation direction. The first cutting trend is particularly different from the second cutting trend. The cutting trend can be a circular cut, a spiral cut, a longitudinal cut, etc. The first cutting trend is, for example, a circular cut. The second cutting trend is, for example, a spiral cut. It is conceivable that at least one cutting element is constructed as a double-sided cutting element. The first cutting side of the double-sided cutting element is constructed and / or arranged to be particularly used to produce a first cutting trend, in particular a circular cut. The first cutting trend, in particular a circular cut, can be produced by the first cutting side by the rotation of the cutting unit preferably relative to the base unit and / or the cable in the rotation direction. The second cutting side of the double-sided cutting element is constructed and / or arranged to be preferably used to produce a second cutting trend, in particular for stripping the sheath, preferably for producing a spiral cut. By rotating the cutting unit, preferably relative to the base unit and / or the cable in another direction of rotation, a second cutting trend, in particular a spiral cutting, can be produced by the second cutting side. Alternatively, it is conceivable that the cutting element is designed and / or arranged in such a way that the cutting of the sheath by the cutting element can be produced by rotating the cutting unit, preferably relative to the base unit and / or the cable, only in the direction of rotation. The cutting unit has, for example, at least one further cutting element.

[0020] The further cutting element is preferably constructed and / or arranged such that the cutting of the sheath by the further cutting element can be produced by a rotation of the cutting unit, preferably relative to the base unit and / or the cable, only in another direction of rotation. The tool preferably has an operating element for switching the direction of rotation. The operating element is preferably configured as a button, a lever, a knob, etc. However, it is also conceivable that the direction of rotation can be switched automatically during the cutting process, for example by means of a control and / or regulating unit.

[0021] In one aspect of the invention, which can be considered in particular independently of the other aspects of the invention, it is proposed that the tool has a lighting unit for illuminating the cutting area of ​​the cutting unit. Advantageously, the stripping process can be monitored particularly simply and / or effectively. The orientation of the cable can be checked particularly simply and / or effectively with the aid of the orientation unit. A particularly comfortable and / or reliable cable stripping can be supported. The lighting unit has, for example, at least one lighting element, preferably a plurality of lighting elements. The lighting element is preferably designed as an LED or the like. The lighting unit is preferably arranged on a side of the base unit, in particular the tool head, facing the orientation axis, preferably on the inner side.

[0022] In one aspect of the invention, which can be considered in particular independently of the other aspects of the invention, it is proposed that the tool has a removable cable stop, in particular as mentioned above. Advantageously, the tool can be used particularly flexibly. Advantageously, the use of a cable stop can be omitted. The cable stop can be fixed in particular detachably on the base unit, preferably on the tool head. The cable stop is preferably configured to be adjustable, in particular manually and / or automatically adjustable. It is conceivable that the cable stop has a display for reading the adjustment of the cable stop. Alternatively, it is conceivable that the adjustment of the cable stop can be output by the output unit of the handheld power tool and / or the tool. The cable stop can be used to adjust the maximum stripping distance, in particular parallel to the orientation axis.

[0023] Furthermore, a machine tool system is proposed, comprising a handheld machine tool, in particular the handheld machine tool already mentioned, and a tool, which can be fixed to the handheld machine tool. A machine tool system can be provided which can strip cables particularly flexibly and / or reliably. A particularly high user comfort can be achieved. Advantageously, improper cable stripping can be particularly reliably prevented.

[0024] It is further proposed that the orientation axis of the orientation unit, in particular the above-mentioned orientation axis, can be adjusted relative to the handheld power tool. Advantageously, the flexibility of the handheld power tool system can be increased. The power tool system can be adapted to different conditions particularly flexibly. Preferably, the orientation axis can be adjusted within an angle range of 360° relative to the handheld power tool in a plane. In particular, the tool, preferably at least the tool head, can be adjusted relative to the handheld power tool.

[0025] Furthermore, a method for operating a tool is proposed. The cable can be stripped particularly flexibly and / or reliably. A particularly high level of user comfort can be achieved. Advantageously, improper cable stripping can be prevented particularly reliably. In a method step, in particular in a cable introduction step, the cable is introduced into the tool, preferably into the tool head, preferably up to the cutting unit. In a method step, in particular in an orientation step, the cable is advantageously oriented with the aid of an orientation unit, preferably relative to an orientation axis. In particular, in a method step, preferably in a stripping step, the cable is stripped until a cable stop is reached. Preferably, the stripped part of the sheath falls off the cable in a circular cut, in particular in the circular cutting step, preferably after reaching the cable stop. Alternatively, it is conceivable that the stripping step takes place after the circular cutting step, wherein in particular the cable is introduced into the tool, preferably into the tool head, in particular in the cable introduction step, until the cable stop.

[0026] The tool according to the invention, the machine tool according to the invention and / or the method according to the invention are not limited to the applications and embodiments described above. The tool according to the invention, the machine tool according to the invention and / or the method according to the invention may have a number that deviates from the number of individual elements, components and units and method steps described here, in particular to meet the working method described here. In addition, in the value ranges given in the present disclosure, the values ​​that lie within the stated extreme values ​​are also to be regarded as disclosed and can be used arbitrarily. BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS

[0027] Further advantages are apparent from the following description of the drawings. Four exemplary embodiments of the invention are shown in the drawings. The drawings, the description and the claims contain features in a number of combinations. A person skilled in the art may also consider the features individually and combine them into other meaningful combinations.

[0028] The accompanying drawings show:

[0029] Figure 1 : A perspective view of a machine tool system according to the invention, comprising a handheld machine tool and a tool according to the invention,

[0030] Figure 2 : Figure 1 A stereoscopic view of the tool in

[0031] Figure 3 : Figure 1 A perspective view of the tool without the housing but with the cable stop,

[0032] Figure 4 : Figures 1 to 3 A stereoscopic view of a part of the tool,

[0033] Figure 5a: A schematic front view of the orientation unit during a first adjustment, in particular an opening adjustment, of the orientation unit of the tool,

[0034] Figure 5b : In the second adjustment of the orientation unit, in particular the closing adjustment Figure 5a Schematic front view of the orientation unit,

[0035] Figure 6a : A schematic front view of the cutting unit during a first adjustment of the cutting unit of the tool, in particular an opening adjustment,

[0036] Figure 6b : In the second adjustment of the cutting unit, in particular the closing adjustment Figure 6a Schematic front view of a cutting unit,

[0037] Figure 7a : A three-dimensional view of the cutting element of the cutting unit,

[0038] Figure 7b : A perspective view of an alternative configuration of a cutting element for a cutting unit,

[0039] Figure 8 : A schematic flow of a method for running a tool,

[0040] Fig. 9 : A perspective view of the machine tool system according to the invention in a first alternative configuration,

[0041] Fig.10 : A perspective view of the machine tool system according to the invention in a second alternative configuration, and

[0042] Fig.11 : A three-dimensional view of the machine tool system according to the present invention in a third alternative configuration. DETAILED DESCRIPTION

[0043] Figure 1 A machine tool system 34a having a handheld machine tool 36a and a tool 10a for stripping cables is shown. The tool 10a is configured as an insert tool, in particular an accessory, for the handheld machine tool 36a. The tool 10a is fixed to the handheld machine tool 36a. Alternatively, it is conceivable that the tool 10a is configured as an independent tool for stripping cables.

[0044] The tool 10a has a cutting unit 12a for cutting the cable sheath. The tool 10a has an orientation unit 14a for orienting the cable for the cutting process by means of the cutting unit 12a (see Figure 3 The cutting unit 12a has two cutting elements 22a for cutting the sheath (see Figure 6b). Alternatively, it is conceivable that the cutting unit 12a has only one cutting element 22a or more than two cutting elements 22a.

[0045] The orientation unit 14a is provided for centering the cable, in particular relative to the cutting unit 12a. The orientation unit 14a has, for example, three orientation elements 42a. Alternatively, it is also conceivable that the orientation unit 14a has a different number of orientation elements 42a than three, for example only one orientation element 42a, two orientation elements 42a or more than three orientation elements 42a. The cutting element 22a is designed, for example, as a planer (see Figure 7a However, it is also conceivable that the cutting element 22a is designed as a guillotine (see Figure 7b ).

[0046] The tool 10a has a base unit 16a. The orientation unit 14a and the cutting unit 12a are arranged on the base unit 16a. The base unit 16a is configured as a housing. The base unit 16a has a tool head 46a. The tool head 46a is configured in a tubular shape. However, it is also conceivable that the tool head 46a is configured in an annular shape or has other shapes that seem meaningful to a person skilled in the art, in particular a shape different from a tubular shape or an annular shape.

[0047] The base unit 16a, in particular the tool head 46a, has a receiving area 48a for the cable. The receiving area 48a is at least partially delimited by the tool head 46a. The receiving area 48a is arranged on the inner side 50a of the tool head 46a. The tool head 46a has a hole 52a, which corresponds in particular to the receiving area 48a. The orientation unit 14a, in particular the orientation element 42a and / or the cutting unit 12a, in particular the cutting element 22a, are arranged on the side of the tool head 46a facing the hole 52a and / or the receiving area 48a.

[0048] The cutting unit 12a is adjustable to adapt to different cable diameters. The cutting element 22a is supported on the base unit 16a. The cutting element 22a can be moved relative to the base unit 16a, preferably for adjusting the cutting unit 12a to adapt to different cable diameters. The minimum distance of the cutting unit 12a, in particular the cutting element 22a, relative to the rotation axis 44a and / or the orientation axis 38a of the cutting unit 12a can be adjusted.

[0049] The orientation unit 14a can be adjusted to adapt to different cable diameters. The orientation element 42a is supported on the base unit 16a. The orientation element 42a can move relative to the base unit 16a, preferably for adjusting the orientation unit 14a to adapt to different cable diameters. The orientation element 42a is configured as a clamp. The orientation unit 14a, in particular the orientation element 42a, is arranged symmetrically around the orientation axis 38a of the orientation unit 14a. The orientation axis 38a extends at least substantially parallel to the rotation axis 12a of the cutting unit 44a. The rotation axis 44a corresponds to the orientation axis 38a.

[0050] The minimum distance of the orientation unit 14a, in particular the orientation element 42a, relative to the rotation axis 44a and / or the orientation axis 38a can be adjusted. The orientation unit 14a can be adjusted to a minimum cable diameter of 8 mm, preferably 10 mm, advantageously 15 mm. The orientation unit 14a can be adjusted to a maximum cable diameter of 60 mm, preferably 120 mm. However, it is also conceivable that the orientation unit 14a can be adjusted to a minimum cable diameter of less than 10 mm and / or a maximum cable diameter of more than 120 mm. It is conceivable that the orientation unit 14a can be adjusted steplessly and / or in steps.

[0051] The orientation unit 14a can be adjusted manually. For example, the orientation unit 14a includes an orientation adjustment element 54a for adjusting the orientation unit 14a by an operator. The orientation adjustment element 54a is configured as a rotary wheel, for example. Alternatively, it is conceivable that the orientation adjustment element 54a is configured as a button, a lever, etc. Alternatively or additionally, it is conceivable that the orientation unit 14a can be adjusted automatically, in particular the orientation unit 14a is configured to be used for autonomous adjustment to the cable diameter of the cable.

[0052] The tool 10a, in particular the cutting unit 12a and / or the orientation unit 14a, can be driven by a drive unit (not shown here) of the handheld power tool 36a, in particular in a state connected to the handheld power tool 36a. The handheld power tool 36a can be connected to the tool 10a, in particular in terms of drive technology, via a handheld power tool interface 56a of the tool 10a. Alternatively, it is also conceivable that the tool 10a has a drive unit for driving the cutting unit 12a and / or the orientation unit 14a. The drive unit preferably has an electric motor or a similar drive device.

[0053] The drive unit is configured to drive the cutting unit 12a about the rotation axis 44a. The tool head 46a has a drive wheel 68a (see Figure 4). The drive wheel 68a can be driven by a drive unit, in particular for rotation about the rotation axis 44a. The drive wheel 68a is connected to the cutting unit 12a and / or the orientation unit 14a in terms of drive technology. In particular, a rotation of the orientation unit 14a and / or the cutting unit 12a about the rotation axis 44a, preferably relative to the base unit 16a, can be generated by the rotation of the drive wheel 68a, preferably for performing a cutting process.

[0054] The adjustment of the orientation unit 14a is coupled to the adjustment of the cutting unit 12a. The adjustment of the orientation unit 14a is mechanically coupled to the adjustment of the cutting unit 12a. Alternatively or additionally, it is conceivable that the adjustment of the orientation unit 14a is coupled to the adjustment of the cutting unit 12a electronically, electrically and / or radio-technically. The adjustment of the cutting unit 12a is related to the adjustment of the orientation unit 14a. By adjusting the orientation unit 14a, the adjustment of the cutting unit 12a can be produced. However, it is also conceivable that the adjustment of the cutting unit 12a can be adjusted independently of the adjustment of the orientation unit 14a.

[0055] The alignment unit 14a has, for example, three guide rails 70a for guiding guide pins 72a of the alignment unit 14a (see Figure 5a ). The alignment elements 42a are each connected to one of the guide pins 72a. The alignment unit 14a can be adjusted and / or regulated by a movement of the alignment unit 42a via the guide pins 72a in the guide rail 70a, for example by means of the alignment adjustment element 54a.

[0056] The cutting unit 12a has, for example, two guide rails 74a for guiding guide pins 76a of the cutting unit 12a (see Figure 6a The cutting elements 22a are each connected to one of the guide pins 76a. The cutting unit 12a can be adjusted and / or regulated by a movement of the cutting unit 22a via the guide pins 76a in the guide rail 74a.

[0057] The tool 10a has a plurality of, in this case for example three, spring elements 18a for elastic alignment of the cable (see Figure 5b ). However, alternatively, it is also conceivable that the tool 10a has only one spring element 18a. The spring element 18a is arranged between one of the orientation elements 42a and the base unit 16a. The spring element 18a is configured, for example, as a spring, in particular a helical spring, a torsion spring, a torsion spring, a leaf spring, a rubber elastic element, etc. Alternatively or additionally, it is also conceivable that another spring element 18a of the orientation unit 14a is arranged on the orientation element 42a on the side facing the orientation axis 38a, and the spring element preferably rests on the cable in at least one operating state, in particular in the cable orientation state.

[0058] The tool 10a has a display unit 20a for displaying the adjustment of the orientation unit 14a. The display unit 20a can be configured as a mechanical display, an electromechanical display, an electrical display, an electronic display or the like, or as a combination thereof. The display unit 20a is arranged, for example, on the outside of the base unit 16a, in particular the tool head 46a.

[0059] The cutting angle of the cutting element 22a can be adjusted. The cutting angle can be adjusted, for example, for producing a spiral cut, a circular cut and / or a longitudinal cut. The cutting angle can be adjusted, in particular regulated, relative to the orientation axis 38a.

[0060] The tool 10a has a sensor unit 24a for detecting at least one process parameter when stripping the cable. The sensor unit 24a has, for example, an acceleration sensor and / or a gyroscopic sensor. The process parameter has at least one acceleration parameter. The sensor unit 24a is configured to determine a hazardous situation based on the process parameter. For example, the sensor unit 24a is configured to detect a tilt of the cutting unit 12a and / or an unintentional rotational movement of the tool 10a based on the process parameter, in particular the acceleration parameter.

[0061] It is conceivable that the tool 10a has a control and / or regulating unit (not shown here) for controlling and / or regulating the orientation unit 14a and / or the cutting unit 12a, in particular a drive unit of the handheld power tool 36a. It is also conceivable that the orientation unit 14a and / or the cutting unit 12a can be controlled and / or regulated by means of a control and / or regulating unit (not shown here) of the handheld power tool 36a.

[0062] It is conceivable that the control and / or regulating unit is configured to control and / or regulate the orientation unit 14a and / or the cutting unit 12a, in particular the drive unit, as a function of process parameters, preferably during a cutting process by the cutting unit 12a and / or during an orientation process by means of the orientation unit 14a. For example, it is conceivable that the control and / or regulating unit is configured to adapt the rotation speed of the cutting unit 12a, to switch off the drive unit, etc., as a function of process parameters.

[0063] The cutting unit 12a can be operated in soft mode. The soft mode has a soft start. When the sheath is cut by the cutting unit 12a, the soft start is activated. For example, the rotation speed of the cutting unit 12a is reduced in the soft mode, especially during the soft start, compared to the normal mode. It is conceivable that during the soft start, the rotation speed of the cutting unit 12a is increased continuously, preferably steplessly or in steps.

[0064] The cutting unit 12a is operable in two rotational directions 26a, 28a. The cutting unit 12a is operable in two rotational directions 26a, 28a relative to the rotational axis 44a. The rotational directions 26a, 28a are opposite to each other. The cutting unit 12a is provided for cutting the sheath of the cable in two rotational directions 26a, 28a.

[0065] The cutting unit 12a is configured to produce two different cutting paths. The cutting unit 12a is configured to produce a first cutting path in one of the rotation directions 26a, 26a. The cutting unit 12a is configured to produce a second cutting path in another rotation direction 28a, which is preferably opposite to the rotation direction 26a. The first cutting path is different from the second cutting path. The cutting path can be, in particular, a circular cut, a spiral cut, a longitudinal cut, etc. The first cutting path is, for example, a circular cut. The second cutting path is, for example, a spiral cut.

[0066] One of the two cutting elements 22a is constructed and / or arranged so that the cutting of the cable by the cutting element 22a can be produced by the rotation of the cutting unit 12a, preferably relative to the base unit 16a and / or the cable, only in the rotation direction 26a. The other of the two cutting elements 22a is constructed and / or arranged so that the cutting of the cable by the other cutting element 22a can be produced by the rotation of the cutting unit 12a, preferably relative to the base unit 16a and / or the cable, only in the other rotation direction 26a. The tool 10a has an operating element (not shown here) for switching the rotation direction 26a, 28a. The operating element is constructed as a button, a lever, a knob, etc. However, it is also conceivable that the rotation direction 26a, 28a can be automatically switched during the cutting process, for example by means of a control and / or regulating unit.

[0067] The tool 10a has a lighting unit 30a for illuminating the cutting area 40a of the cutting unit 12a. The lighting unit 30a has a lighting element 58a, for example. The lighting element 58a is configured as an LED, in particular a ring LED, for example. Alternatively, it is conceivable that the lighting unit 30a has a plurality of lighting elements 58a. The lighting unit 30a is arranged on a side of the base unit 16a, in particular the tool head 46a, facing the orientation axis 38a, preferably on the inner side 50a.

[0068] The tool 10a has a removable cable stop 32a (see Figure 3 ). The cable stop 32a can be removably fixed to the base unit 16a, preferably the tool head 46a. The cable stop 32a is configured to be adjustable. It is conceivable that the cable stop 32a has a display for reading the adjustment of the cable stop 32a. The maximum stripping distance, in particular parallel to the orientation axis 38a, can be adjusted by the cable stop 32a.

[0069] Figure 8 A schematic flow chart of a method for operating a tool 10a is shown. In a method step, in particular in a cable introduction step 60a, the cable is introduced into the tool 10a, preferably into the tool head 46a, preferably up to the cutting unit 12a. In a method step, in particular in an orientation step 62a, the cable is oriented with the aid of the orientation unit 14a, preferably with respect to the orientation axis 38a. In a method step, in particular in a stripping step 64a, the cable is stripped until the cable stop 32a is reached, preferably with the aid of the cutting unit 12a, preferably with the aid of spiral cutting. In particular in a circular cutting step 66a, preferably after reaching the cable stop 32a, the stripped part of the jacket is detached from the cable by means of a circular cut.

[0070] Alternatively, it is conceivable that the stripping step 64a takes place after the circular cutting step 66a, wherein in particular the cable is introduced into the tool 10a, preferably the tool head 46a, in particular in a cable introduction step 60a, as far as the cable stop 32a.

[0071] exist Figures 9 to 11 The following description and drawings are essentially limited to the differences between the exemplary embodiments, wherein, with respect to components with the same names, in particular with respect to components with the same reference numerals, reference can in principle also be made to other exemplary embodiments, in particular Figures 1 to 8 In order to distinguish the various embodiments, the letter a is placed in the Figures 1 to 8 After the reference numerals of the embodiments in the Figures 9 to 11 In the embodiment of the invention, the letter a is replaced by the letters b to d.

[0072] Fig. 9 A machine tool system 34b is shown with a handheld machine tool 36b and a tool 10b. The tool 10b is fixed to the handheld machine tool 36b. The orientation axis 38b of the orientation unit 14b of the tool 10b can be adjusted relative to the handheld machine tool 36b. The orientation axis 38b can be adjusted in a plane relative to the handheld machine tool 36b within an angle range of 360°. The orientation of the tool 10b can be adjusted relative to the handheld machine tool 36b.

[0073] The orientation axis 38b extends at least substantially perpendicularly to the main extension axis of the handheld power tool 36b. A “main extension axis” of an object may be understood here in particular to be an axis which extends parallel to the longest side of a smallest geometric cuboid and in particular through the center of the cuboid, which just completely surrounds the object. “Substantially perpendicular” may be understood to be an orientation of a direction relative to a reference direction, wherein the direction and the reference direction, in particular viewed in the projection plane, include an angle of 90°, and the angle has a maximum deviation of in particular less than 8°, advantageously less than 5°, particularly advantageously less than 2°.

[0074] The plane is arranged at least substantially perpendicularly to a main axis of extension of the handheld power tool 36b. The tool 10b is arranged in the extension of the handheld power tool 36b relative to the main axis of extension of the handheld power tool 36b.

[0075] Fig.10 A machine tool system 34c is shown with a handheld machine tool 36c and a tool 10c. The tool 10c is fixed to the handheld machine tool 36c. The orientation axis 38c of the orientation unit 14c of the tool 10c can be adjusted relative to the handheld machine tool 36c. The orientation axis 38c can be adjusted in a plane extending at least substantially parallel to the main extension axis of the handheld machine tool 36b.

[0076] Fig.11 A machine tool system 34d is shown having a handheld machine tool 36d and a tool 10d. The tool 10d is fastened to the handheld machine tool 36d. An orientation axis 38d of an orientation unit 14d of the tool 10d is adjustable relative to the handheld machine tool 36d.

Claims

1. A tool (10a-10d) for stripping a cable, comprising: a cutting unit (12a) for cutting the sheath of the cable, an orienting unit (14a-14d) for orienting the cable for a cutting process by means of the cutting unit (12a), and a base unit (16a-16d), on which the orientation unit (14a-14d) and the cutting unit (12a) are arranged, It is characterized in that The orientation units (14a-14d) are adjustable to accommodate different cable diameters.

2. The tool (10a-10d) according to claim 1, characterized in that The adjustment of the orientation unit (14a-14d) is coupled to the adjustment of the cutting unit (12a).

3. The tool (10a-10d) according to claim 1 or 2, characterized in that The orientation units (14a-14d) are configured for autonomous adjustment to a cable diameter of the cable.

4. A tool (10a-10d) according to any one of the preceding claims, characterised in that At least one spring element (18a) is provided, wherein the orientation unit (14a-14d) is at least partially connected to the base unit (16a-16d) via the spring element (18a).

5. A tool (10a-10d) according to any one of the preceding claims, characterised in that A display unit (20a) is provided for displaying the adjustment of the orientation unit (14a-14d).

6. The tool (10a-10d) according to the preamble of claim 1, in particular according to any one of the preceding claims, characterized in that The cutting unit (12a) has at least one cutting element (22a) whose cutting angle can be adjusted.

7. A tool (10a-10d) according to the preamble of claim 1, in particular according to any one of the preceding claims, characterized in that A sensor unit (24a) is provided for detecting at least one process parameter during cable stripping.

8. The tool (10a-10d) according to the preamble of claim 1, in particular according to any one of the preceding claims, characterized in that The cutting unit (12a) is capable of operating in a soft mode.

9. The tool (10a-10d) according to the preamble of claim 1, in particular according to any one of the preceding claims, characterized in that The cutting unit (12a) is operable in two directions of rotation (26a, 28a).

10. A tool (10a-10d) according to at least claim 9, characterised in that The cutting unit (12a) is configured to produce two cutting paths that are different from each other.

11. A tool (10a-10d) according to the preamble of claim 1, in particular according to any one of the preceding claims, characterized in that A lighting unit (30a) is provided for illuminating a cutting area (40a) of the cutting unit (12a).

12. The tool (10a-10d) according to the preamble of claim 1, in particular according to any one of the preceding claims, characterized in that A removable cable stop (32a) is provided.

13. A machine tool system (34a-34d) comprising a hand-held machine tool (36a-36d) and a tool (10a-10d) according to any one of the preceding claims, which tool can be fastened to the hand-held machine tool (36a-36d).

14. The machine tool system (34b-34d) according to claim 13, characterized in that An orientation axis (38b-38d) of the orientation unit (14b-14d) is adjustable relative to the handheld power tool (36b-36d).

15. A method for operating a tool (10a-10d) according to any one of claims 1 to 12.

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