Modularized flexible CNC clamp

By designing modular flexible CNC fixtures, the combined structure of connecting plates, bridge plates and pallets and standardized parts are used to solve the problem that existing CNC fixtures need to be frequently disassembled and replaced when processing different parts, and the flexible adjustment and auxiliary clamping functions of the fixtures are realized, reducing maintenance costs and improving processing efficiency.

CN222643880UActive Publication Date: 2025-03-21ZIPING IND TECHNOLOGY (NINGBO) CO LTD
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Patent Information

Application Number
CN202420892733.X
Authority / Receiving Office
CN · China
Patent Type
Utility models(China)
Current Assignee / Owner
Filing Date
2024-04-26
Publication Date
2025-03-21
Estimated Expiration
2034-04-26

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Technical Problem

The existing flexible and modular combined tooling CNC fixtures need to be frequently disassembled and replaced when processing different auto parts, and are prone to wear and rust after long-term use, and are costly to repair or replace, and auxiliary clamping devices such as hydraulic cylinders and cylinders cannot be installed.

Method used

A modular flexible CNC fixture is designed, and the fixture installation structure is formed by connecting plates, bridge plates and pallets. Multiple fixture installation holes are set on the pallet to support the installation of standard parts. The waist vias on the bridge plates are used in conjunction with the fixture installation holes on the pallets to achieve flexible adjustment of the fixture and auxiliary clamping functions.

Benefits of technology

The modular flexible CNC fixture reduces the operational complexity of disassembly and replacement through standardized parts and flexible fixture installation structure, reduces maintenance costs, improves processing efficiency, and supports the installation of hydraulic, pneumatic or manual clamping auxiliary devices to meet the processing needs of different automotive parts.

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Abstract

The modularized flexible CNC clamp comprises a connecting plate, a bridge plate and a supporting plate, a connecting hole is formed in the middle of the top of the connecting plate, pin positioning holes are formed in the two ends of the top of the connecting plate and the two sides of the bridge plate, and the connecting plate is connected with the bridge plate through the pin positioning holes. According to the utility model, a worker does not need to frequently disassemble and assemble the tool, the tool is convenient and rapid, and when the connecting plate, the bridge plate or the supporting plate is damaged, the damaged connecting plate, the bridge plate or the supporting plate can be directly disassembled and replaced, so that the maintenance or replacement cost is reduced, the development period of a new product is accelerated, and the production efficiency is improved. A hydraulic oil cylinder and various air cylinders can be installed through the kidney-shaped through holes in the bridge plate and the clamp installation holes in the supporting plate, and a product is clamped under the assistance of manual clamping. And moreover, the mounting parts are designed to be standardized, and can be repeatedly switched according to different characteristics of products.
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Description

Technical Field

[0001] The utility model relates to the technical field, and in particular to a modular flexible CNC fixture. Background Art

[0002] As the production of special-purpose vehicles and special engineering vehicles develops towards small batches and diversification, in the development and manufacturing process of new projects, the use of flexible and modular combination tooling to replace traditional special tooling and non-standard tooling can not only shorten the design and manufacturing time, but also can be used repeatedly, saving costs, which is a very economical and practical choice. In addition, the flexible and modular combination tooling used in the automobile production process has the following characteristics: economy, flexibility, inclusiveness, repeatability and durability, and the traditional flexible and modular combination tooling can also be equipped with hydraulic, pneumatic, manual clamping and other forms of use.

[0003] The CNC fixtures on the existing flexible and modular combination tooling on three-axis or four-axis machine tools are mostly connected to the combination tooling by welding. When it is necessary to perform CNC processing on battery boxes, energy storage battery boxes and various profiles on new energy vehicles, the staff needs to dismantle the combination tooling on the machine tool for replacement so that the machine tool can process different parts of the car. The replacement process is cumbersome, and the combination tooling will be damaged by wear, rust and other damages after long-term use. The replacement or maintenance cost of the combination tooling is high. At the same time, the existing flexible and modular combination tooling cannot be equipped with hydraulic cylinders, various cylinders, and manual clamping to assist in clamping the product. Utility Model Content

[0004] The purpose of the present invention is to provide a modular flexible CNC fixture to solve the problems raised in the above background technology.

[0005] To achieve the above-mentioned purpose, the present invention provides the following technical solutions: a modular flexible CNC fixture, comprising a connecting plate, a bridge plate and a support plate, a connecting hole is opened in the middle position of the top of the connecting plate, pin positioning holes are opened at both ends of the top of the connecting plate and both sides of the bridge plate, the connecting plate is connected to the bridge plate through the pin positioning holes, a plurality of waist-shaped through holes are opened at both ends of the top of the support plate and the top of the bridge plate, a plurality of support plates are installed on the top of the bridge plate through the waist-shaped through holes, and a plurality of fixture mounting holes are opened on the top of the support plate at equal intervals.

[0006] Preferably, the connecting plate is connected to the machine tool via a connecting hole.

[0007] Preferably, there are two connecting plates and two bridge plates, and the two connecting plates and the two bridge plates are spliced ​​together to form a rectangular frame.

[0008] Preferably, grooves are provided on both sides of the bottom of the bridge plate, and the size of the connecting plate is matched with the size of the grooves on the bridge plate.

[0009] Preferably, the waist-shaped through holes on the bridge plate and the supporting plate are fixed by screws.

[0010] Compared with the prior art, the beneficial effects of the utility model are as follows: the modular flexible CNC fixture is composed of a fixture installation structure through a connecting plate, a bridge plate and a pallet, and a plurality of fixture installation holes are arranged on the pallet, and the spacing of the fixture installation holes on the pallet is standardized, and standard parts can be installed on the pallet through the fixture installation holes to make it a standard CNC fixture (not limited to hydraulic, pneumatic or manual fixtures), and the position of the fixture on the pallet can be adjusted according to the type and size of the automotive parts to be processed, and the staff does not need to frequently disassemble the combined tooling, which is convenient and fast, and in the case of damage to the connecting plate, bridge plate or pallet, the damaged connecting plate, bridge plate or pallet can be directly disassembled and replaced, reducing the cost of maintenance or replacement, speeding up the development cycle of new products, and can install hydraulic cylinders, various cylinders, and manual clamping to clamp the product through the waist-shaped through holes on the bridge plate and the fixture installation holes on the pallet. And the above installation parts are also designed to be standardized, and can be repeatedly switched according to the different characteristics of the product. BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS

[0011] Figure 1 This is a three-dimensional diagram of the practical modular flexible CNC fixture;

[0012] Figure 2 This is the top view of the practical modular flexible CNC fixture;

[0013] Figure 3 This is a three-dimensional diagram of the practical connecting plate;

[0014] Figure 4 This is the main cross-sectional view of the practical connecting plate;

[0015] Figure 5 This is a three-dimensional diagram of the practical bridge board;

[0016] Figure 6 This is the main cross-sectional view of the practical bridge board;

[0017] Figure 7 This is a three-dimensional diagram of the practical pallet;

[0018] Figure 8 This is the main sectional view of this practical pallet.

[0019] In the figure: 1. connecting plate; 2. connecting hole; 3. pin positioning hole; 4. bridge plate; 5. waist-shaped through hole; 6. support plate; 7. fixture installation hole. DETAILED DESCRIPTION

[0020] The following will be combined with the drawings in the practical embodiment to clearly and completely describe the technical solution in the practical embodiment. Obviously, the described embodiment is only a part of the embodiment of the practical, not all of the embodiments. Based on the embodiment in the practical, all other embodiments obtained by ordinary technicians in this field without creative work are within the scope of protection of this practical.

[0021] See also Figure 1-8 , the utility model provides an embodiment: a modular flexible CNC fixture, including a connecting plate 1, a bridge plate 4 and a support plate 6, a connecting hole 2 is opened in the middle position of the top of the connecting plate 1, the connecting plate 1 is connected to the machine tool through the connecting hole 2, pin positioning holes 3 are opened at both ends of the top of the connecting plate 1 and both sides of the bridge plate 4, the connecting plate 1 is connected to the bridge plate 4 through the pin positioning holes 3, the connecting plate 1 and the bridge plate 4 each have two, the two connecting plates 1 and the two bridge plates 4 are spliced ​​to form a rectangular frame, grooves are opened on both sides of the bottom of the bridge plate 4, the size of the connecting plate 1 is adapted to the size of the groove on the bridge plate 4, a plurality of waist-shaped through holes 5 are opened at both ends of the top of the support plate 6 and the top of the bridge plate 4, a plurality of support plates 6 are installed on the top of the bridge plate 4 through the waist-shaped through holes 5, the waist-shaped through holes 5 on the bridge plate 4 and the support plate 6 are fixed by screws, and a plurality of fixture mounting holes 7 are opened at the top of the support plate 6 at equal intervals.

[0022] Embodiment 1, as Figure 1-2 As shown, the connecting plate 1 can be stably and firmly installed on a three-axis or four-axis machine tool through the connecting hole 2, and then the staff can fix the fixture on the support plate 6 through the fixture mounting hole 7 according to the automotive parts to be processed, without the need for the staff to frequently disassemble the combined tooling.

[0023] Embodiment 2, as Figure 3-8 As shown, a connecting hole 2 is provided on the connecting plate 1, and the connecting plate 1 and the bridge plate 4 are connected via the pin positioning hole 3, and with the assistance of the groove on the bridge plate 4, the stability of the connection between the connecting plate 1 and the bridge plate 4 is improved, and then the bridge plate 4 and the support plate 6 are connected via the waist-shaped through hole 5, and the clamp can be stably installed on the support plate 6 through the clamp mounting hole 7.

[0024] For those skilled in the art, the present invention is not limited to the details of the above exemplary embodiments, and can be implemented in other specific forms without departing from the spirit or scope of the present invention. Therefore, the embodiments of the present invention are exemplary and non-restrictive. The scope of the present invention is defined by the appended claims rather than the above description, and it is intended that all changes falling within the meaning and scope of the equivalent elements of the claims are included in the present invention. Any reference numerals in the claims should not be considered as limiting the claims involved.

[0025] In the description of this utility, unless otherwise specified, "multiple" means two or more; the terms "upper", "lower", "left", "right", "inner", "outer", "front end", "rear end", "head", "tail" and the like indicate the orientation or positional relationship based on the orientation or positional relationship shown in the drawings, which are only for the convenience of describing this utility and simplifying the description, and do not indicate or imply that the device or element referred to must have a specific orientation, be constructed and operate in a specific orientation, and therefore cannot be understood as limiting this utility. In addition, the terms "first", "second", "third" and the like are used for descriptive purposes only and cannot be understood as indicating or implying relative importance.

[0026] In the description of this utility, it should be noted that, unless otherwise clearly specified and limited, the terms "connected" and "connection" should be understood in a broad sense, for example, it can be a fixed connection, a detachable connection, or an integral connection; it can be a mechanical connection or an electrical connection; it can be a direct connection or an indirect connection through an intermediate medium. For ordinary technicians in this field, the specific meanings of the above terms in this utility can be understood according to specific circumstances.

Claims

1. A modular flexible CNC fixture, comprising a connecting plate (1), a bridge plate (4) and a support plate (6), characterized in that: A connecting hole (2) is provided in the middle of the top of the connecting plate (1), pin positioning holes (3) are provided at both ends of the top of the connecting plate (1) and both sides of the bridge plate (4), the connecting plate (1) is connected to the bridge plate (4) via the pin positioning holes (3), a plurality of waist-shaped through holes (5) are provided at both ends of the top of the supporting plate (6) and the top of the bridge plate (4), a plurality of supporting plates (6) are installed on the top of the bridge plate (4) via the waist-shaped through holes (5), and a plurality of fixture mounting holes (7) are provided on the top of the supporting plate (6) at equal intervals.

2. A modular flexible CNC fixture according to claim 1, characterized in that: The connecting plate (1) is connected to the machine tool via a connecting hole (2).

3. A modular flexible CNC fixture according to claim 1, characterized in that: There are two connecting plates (1) and two bridge plates (4), and the two connecting plates (1) and the two bridge plates (4) are spliced ​​together to form a rectangular frame.

4. A modular flexible CNC fixture according to claim 1, characterized in that: Grooves are provided on both sides of the bottom of the bridge plate (4), and the size of the connecting plate (1) matches the size of the grooves on the bridge plate (4).

5. A modular flexible CNC fixture according to claim 1, characterized in that: The waist-shaped through holes (5) on the bridge plate (4) and the support plate (6) are fixed by screws.

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