Numerical control machine tool with chip sorting structure
By introducing X-ray fluorescence spectroscopy analyzer and sorting mechanism into CNC machine tools, automated sorting and recycling of chips of different materials are achieved, solving the problems of chip chaos and recycling difficulties in existing CNC machine tools, and improving production efficiency and resource recycling rate.
Patent Information
- Application Number
- CN202422091540.7
- Authority / Receiving Office
- CN · China
- Patent Type
- Utility models(China)
- Current Assignee / Owner
- Filing Date
- 2024-08-28
- Publication Date
- 2025-06-06
- Estimated Expiration
- 2034-08-28
AI Technical Summary
When existing CNC machine tools process blanks of different materials, the chips produced by them are often mixed together, making it difficult to distinguish different materials, resulting in difficulty in subsequent processing and ineffective recycling.
A CNC machine tool with chip sorting structure was designed, using an X-ray fluorescence spectrometer to detect the metal components of chips, and using a sorting mechanism to automatically sort chips of different materials into different collection boxes.
Automatic sorting and recycling of chips of different materials has been realized, manual intervention has been reduced, chip recycling efficiency and classification efficiency have been improved, and production costs have been reduced for production enterprises.
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Abstract
Description
Technical Field
[0001] The utility model belongs to the technical field of numerical control machine tools, in particular to a numerical control machine tool with a chip sorting structure. Background Art
[0002] CNC machine tools are automated machine tools equipped with computer control systems. Their characteristics include wide adaptability, high precision, high efficiency and flexibility. They can cope with complex and diverse processing needs. CNC machine tools are widely used in many fields such as automobiles, aerospace, molds, and machinery manufacturing. They are key equipment in modern manufacturing. With the development of technology, CNC machine tools are moving towards intelligence, networking, and greening, and are constantly promoting the high-quality development of the manufacturing industry.
[0003] The existing CNC lathe is mainly composed of a machine body, a spindle drive device, a tool holder, a chuck device, a machine tool control system, etc. Its working principle is as follows: set the CNC program. The blank is fed into the spindle and clamped. According to the preset program, the tool holder moves, and the lathe cuts the blank. After the processing is completed, the material is discharged.
[0004] The CNC machine tools in the existing technology have the following disadvantages: when traditional CNC machine tools process blanks of different materials, the chips generated are often mixed together, making it difficult to distinguish different materials, resulting in difficulties in subsequent processing and inability to effectively recycle; therefore, a CNC machine tool with a chip sorting structure is proposed to address the above problems. Utility Model Content
[0005] In order to make up for the shortcomings of existing CNC machine tools and solve the problem that when traditional CNC machine tools process blanks of different materials, the chips generated are often mixed together, making it difficult to distinguish different materials, resulting in difficulties in subsequent processing and inability to effectively recycle them, a CNC machine tool with a chip sorting structure is proposed.
[0006] The technical solution adopted by the utility model to solve its technical problems is: the utility model describes a CNC machine tool with a chip sorting structure, comprising a machine tool frame, wherein a spindle clamping mechanism, a controller, a drag slide, and a tool holder mounted on the drag slide are arranged in the machine tool frame, a sliding door is arranged on the machine tool frame in a processing area, a cooling nozzle is arranged in the machine tool frame in a turning position, a slag discharge port is arranged in the machine tool frame directly below the turning area, a slag discharge plate is arranged below the slag discharge port, a conveying mechanism is arranged in the machine tool frame below the slag discharge plate, an X-ray fluorescence spectrometer for detecting the metal composition of chips is arranged in the machine tool frame, the conveying mechanism is used to transport chips, and an array sorting mechanism is arranged in the conveying direction of the conveying mechanism, and the sorting mechanism is used to sort chips of different materials.
[0007] Preferably, the conveying mechanism comprises two conveying rollers, and conveying belts are mounted on the two conveying rollers. The conveying mechanism is driven by a driving device.
[0008] Preferably, the sorting mechanism comprises a collection box and a guide mechanism, the guide mechanism comprises a guide plate and a drive motor, and the drive motor is used to drive the guide plate to swing and guide the chips into the corresponding collection box.
[0009] Preferably, the collection box is provided with a handle on one side outside the machine tool frame.
[0010] Preferably, a water collecting chamber is provided in the slag discharge plate, a plurality of leakage holes are provided in an array on the opposite surface of the slag discharge plate and the slag discharge port, the leakage holes are connected with the water collecting chamber, a water tank is provided in the machine tool frame, and the water tank is connected with the water collecting chamber through a connecting pipe.
[0011] Preferably, a plurality of V-shaped guide grooves are arranged in an array on the opposite surface of the slag discharge plate and the slag discharge port, and through holes are arranged at the outlets at both ends of the V-shaped guide groove on the slag discharge plate, and the through holes are used to introduce the liquid in the V-shaped guide groove into the water collection chamber.
[0012] Preferably, first baffles are provided on both sides of the top end of the slag discharge plate.
[0013] Preferably, a second baffle is provided in the machine tool frame at the outlet of the slag discharge plate.
[0014] Beneficial effects of the utility model:
[0015] The utility model provides a CNC machine tool with a chip sorting structure;
[0016] 1. The metal composition of the chips is detected by the controller and the X-ray fluorescence spectrometer, and the chips of different materials are automatically sorted into different collection boxes by the sorting mechanism. This not only reduces manual intervention, but also improves the recovery efficiency and classification efficiency of chips of different materials, reducing production costs for manufacturers;
[0017] 2. Through the leak holes and water collection chamber designed on the slag discharge plate, the coolant can be effectively separated from the chips and collected in the water tank for reuse. At the same time, the V-shaped guide groove effectively guides the residual liquid on the slag discharge plate into the water collection chamber, avoiding the problem of coolant waste, which not only improves the recycling rate of resources, but also reduces maintenance costs;
[0018] 3. The CNC machine tool of the utility model has greatly improved the level of automated processing, especially in chip sorting, liquid handling and environmental protection. It solves the common problems of chip confusion, difficult coolant management, complex maintenance, etc. in existing CNC machine tools, and is suitable for modern and efficient production environments. These designs can improve the overall production efficiency of the factory, reduce environmental pollution, save resources, and enhance the intelligent level of automation, which is very forward-looking. BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS
[0019] The drawings described herein are used to provide a further understanding of the present invention and constitute a part of the present application. The illustrative embodiments of the present invention and their descriptions are used to explain the present invention and do not constitute an improper limitation on the present invention. In the drawings:
[0020] Figure 1 It is a cross-sectional front view structural diagram of the machine tool frame;
[0021] Figure 2 It is a structural stereogram of the machine tool frame;
[0022] Figure 3 It is a sectional top view of the machine tool frame;
[0023] Figure 4 yes Figure 1 A magnified view of the structure at center A;
[0024] Figure 5 This is a top view of the slag discharge plate;
[0025] Legend:
[0026] 1. Machine tool frame; 2. Spindle clamping mechanism; 3. Drag slide; 4. Tool holder; 5. Controller; 6. Sliding door; 7. Cooling nozzle; 8. Slag discharge port; 9. Slag discharge plate; 91. First baffle; 10. Conveying mechanism; 101. Conveying roller; 102. Conveyor belt; 11. X-ray fluorescence spectrometer; 12. Sorting mechanism; 121. Collecting box; 122. Guide mechanism; 1221. Guide plate; 1222. Drive motor; 13. Handle; 14. Water collecting chamber; 15. Leakage hole; 16. Water tank; 17. Connecting pipe; 18. Through hole; 19. V-shaped guide groove; 20. Second baffle. DETAILED DESCRIPTION
[0027] The following will be combined with the drawings in the embodiments of the utility model to clearly and completely describe the technical solutions in the embodiments of the utility model. Obviously, the described embodiments are only part of the embodiments of the utility model, not all of the embodiments. Based on the embodiments of the utility model, all other embodiments obtained by ordinary technicians in this field without creative work are within the scope of protection of the utility model.
[0028] Specific examples are given below.
[0029] See also Figure 1-Figure 5 The utility model discloses a CNC machine tool with a chip sorting structure, comprising a machine tool frame 1, wherein the machine tool frame 1 is provided with a spindle clamping mechanism 2, a controller 5, a drag slide 3, and a tool holder 4 mounted on the drag slide 3, wherein the machine tool frame 1 is provided with a sliding door 6 in a processing area, wherein the machine tool frame 1 is provided with a cooling nozzle 7 in a turning position, wherein the machine tool frame 1 is provided with a slag discharge port 8 directly below the turning area, wherein a slag discharge plate 9 is provided below the slag discharge port 8, wherein a conveying mechanism 10 is provided in the machine tool frame 1 below the slag discharge plate 9, wherein an X-ray fluorescence spectrometer 11 for detecting the metal composition of chips is provided in the machine tool frame 1, wherein the conveying mechanism 10 is used to transport chips, wherein an array sorting mechanism 12 is provided in the conveying direction of the conveying mechanism 10, wherein the sorting mechanism 12 is used to sort chips of different materials;
[0030] The conveying mechanism 10 includes two conveying rollers 101, and a conveyor belt 102 is mounted on the two conveying rollers 101. The conveying mechanism 10 is driven by a driving device; the sorting mechanism 12 includes a collecting box 121 and a guiding mechanism 122, and the guiding mechanism 122 includes a guide plate 1221 and a driving motor 1222. The driving motor 1222 is used to drive the guide plate 1221 to swing and guide the chips into the corresponding collecting box 121. The collecting box 121 is located on the outside of the machine tool frame 1 and is provided with a handle 13 on one side. During operation, when the staff operates the CNC machine tool to process blanks of different materials, it is necessary to classify and collect the chips of different materials for subsequent recycling. First, when the CNC machine tool is started and the blank is turned, the chips fall from the slag discharge port 8 to the slag discharge plate 9, and the chips roll on the slag discharge plate 9 and then fall onto the conveyor belt 102. Baffles are provided on both sides of the conveyor belt 102 to prevent the chips from deviating and falling. When the chips are separated by X-ray fluorescence spectrometry, the chips are separated by the X-ray fluorescence spectrometer. When the analyzer 11 is used, the X-ray fluorescence spectrometer 11 emits low-intensity X-rays to the chip surface to excite the atoms in the chips. Each metal element will emit fluorescence of a specific wavelength according to its atomic structure. The X-ray fluorescence spectrometer 11 captures these fluorescence signals through a photodetector, and then through a built-in computing module, the X-ray fluorescence spectrometer 11 will analyze the captured fluorescence spectrum and send the spectrum data to the data processing end of the controller 5, and compare it with the standard spectrum in the built-in database of the controller 5 to quickly determine the metal components in the chips. The array sorting mechanism 12 corresponds to metals of different materials. The controller 5 controls the corresponding sorting mechanism 12 to work according to the metal material. At this time, the driving motor 1222 in the corresponding sorting mechanism 12 drives the guide plate 1221 to swing. The chips are blocked by the guide plate 1221 during the conveying process, and the chips are guided into the corresponding collection box 121 for temporary storage. The chip classification principle of different materials is consistent with the above and will not be repeated here.
[0031] Furthermore, a water collecting chamber 14 is provided in the slag discharge plate 9, and a plurality of leakage holes 15 are provided in an array on the opposite surface of the slag discharge plate 9 and the slag discharge port 8, and the leakage holes 15 are connected with the water collecting chamber 14, and a water tank 16 is provided in the machine tool frame 1, and the water tank 16 is connected with the water collecting chamber 14 through a connecting pipe 17. During operation, a large amount of coolant is required for cooling the blank during the turning process, and the used coolant falls onto the slag discharge plate 9 together with the chips, and the coolant enters the water collecting chamber 14 through the leakage holes 15, and then enters the water tank 16 through the connecting pipe 17 for collection for subsequent recycling.
[0032] Furthermore, a plurality of V-shaped guide grooves 19 are arranged in an array on the opposite surfaces of the slag discharge plate 9 and the slag discharge port 8, and through holes 18 are arranged at the outlets of the V-shaped guide grooves 19 at both ends of the slag discharge plate 9, and the through holes 18 are used to introduce the liquid in the V-shaped guide grooves 19 into the water collecting chamber 14. During operation, the coolant flows on the slag discharge plate 9, and a part of the coolant still fails to enter the leakage hole 15 for collection, and this part of the coolant will flow into the V-shaped guide grooves 19, and the V-shaped guide grooves 19 and the slag discharge plate 9 are both inclined. The coolant is then discharged from the outlet of the V-shaped guide grooves 19 into the through holes 18, and then enters the water collecting chamber 14 for recovery, and a plurality of V-shaped guide grooves 19 form a plurality of checkpoints, so that the coolant can be fully recovered without being discharged through the slag discharge plate 9.
[0033] Furthermore, first baffles 91 are provided on both sides of the top of the slag discharge plate 9. During operation, when the chips roll on the slag discharge plate 9, the first baffles 91 block the chips to prevent them from deviating from the two sides of the slag discharge plate 9 and rolling into the internal gap of the machine tool frame 1 and becoming difficult to handle.
[0034] Furthermore, a second baffle 20 is provided at the outlet of the slag discharge plate 9 in the machine tool frame 1. During operation, in order to prevent the chips from falling from the slag discharge plate 9 to the conveyor belt 102 and then falling from the conveyor belt 102, the second baffle 20 blocks and restricts them.
[0035] In the description of this specification, the description with reference to the terms "one embodiment", "example", "specific example", etc. means that the specific features, structures, materials or characteristics described in conjunction with the embodiment or example are included in at least one embodiment or example of the utility model. In this specification, the schematic representation of the above terms does not necessarily refer to the same embodiment or example. Moreover, the specific features, structures, materials or characteristics described can be combined in any one or more embodiments or examples in a suitable manner.
[0036] The above shows and describes the basic principle, main features and advantages of the utility model. Those skilled in the art should understand that the utility model is not limited by the above embodiments, and the above embodiments and descriptions are only for explaining the principle of the utility model. Without departing from the spirit and scope of the utility model, the utility model may have various changes and improvements, and these changes and improvements fall within the scope of the utility model to be protected.
Claims
1. A CNC machine tool with a chip sorting structure, comprising a machine tool frame (1), wherein the machine tool frame (1) is provided with a spindle clamping mechanism (2), a controller (5), a carriage slide (3), and a tool holder (4) mounted on the carriage slide (3), wherein a sliding door (6) is provided on the machine tool frame (1) in a processing area, and a cooling nozzle (7) is provided in the machine tool frame (1) at a turning position, wherein: A slag discharge port (8) is provided in the machine tool frame (1) directly below the turning area, a slag discharge plate (9) is provided below the slag discharge port (8), a conveying mechanism (10) is provided in the machine tool frame (1) below the slag discharge plate (9), an X-ray fluorescence spectrometer (11) for detecting the metal composition of chips is provided in the machine tool frame (1), the conveying mechanism (10) is used to transport chips, and an array sorting mechanism (12) is provided in the conveying direction of the conveying mechanism (10), and the sorting mechanism (12) is used to sort chips of different materials.
2. A CNC machine tool with a chip sorting structure according to claim 1, characterized in that: The conveying mechanism (10) comprises two conveying rollers (101), and a conveying belt (102) is mounted on the two conveying rollers (101). The conveying mechanism (10) is driven by a driving device.
3. The CNC machine tool with a chip sorting structure according to claim 1, characterized in that: The sorting mechanism (12) comprises a collection box (121) and a guide mechanism (122); the guide mechanism (122) comprises a guide plate (1221) and a drive motor (1222); the drive motor (1222) is used to drive the guide plate (1221) to swing and guide the chips into the corresponding collection box (121).
4. A CNC machine tool with a chip sorting structure according to claim 3, characterized in that: The collection box (121) is located on one side outside the machine tool frame (1) and is provided with a handle (13).
5. The CNC machine tool with a chip sorting structure according to claim 1, characterized in that: A water collecting chamber (14) is provided in the slag discharge plate (9), a plurality of leakage holes (15) are provided in an array on a surface of the slag discharge plate (9) opposite to the slag discharge port (8), the leakage holes (15) are connected to the water collecting chamber (14), a water tank (16) is provided in the machine tool frame (1), and the water tank (16) is connected to the water collecting chamber (14) via a connecting pipe (17).
6. The CNC machine tool with a chip sorting structure according to claim 1, characterized in that: A plurality of V-shaped guide grooves (19) are arranged in an array on the opposite surface of the slag discharge plate (9) and the slag discharge port (8); through holes (18) are arranged on the slag discharge plate (9) at both end outlets of the V-shaped guide groove (19); the through holes (18) are used to introduce the liquid in the V-shaped guide groove (19) into the water collecting chamber (14).
7. The CNC machine tool with a chip sorting structure according to claim 1, characterized in that: First baffles (91) are provided on both sides of the top end of the slag discharge plate (9).
8. The CNC machine tool with a chip sorting structure according to claim 1, characterized in that: A second baffle (20) is provided in the machine tool frame (1) at the outlet of the slag discharge plate (9).