Octagonal power tool turret

By combining the main motor and indexing motor drive units with belt drive and end face gear connection, the structure of the power turret is simplified, solving the problems of low machining accuracy and inconvenient maintenance in the existing technology, and achieving high-precision and low-cost machining results.

CN223544119UActive Publication Date: 2025-11-14TAIZHOU FIRST TECHNICIAN COLLEGE
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Patent Information

Application Number
CN202422847474.1
Authority / Receiving Office
CN · China
Patent Type
Utility models(China)
Current Assignee / Owner
Filing Date
2024-11-20
Publication Date
2025-11-14
Estimated Expiration
2034-11-20

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Technical Problem

The existing power turret has a complex structure, resulting in low machining accuracy, large size, heavy weight, and high cost. In addition, the wear of the worm gear is difficult to observe, which affects the machining efficiency.

Method used

The main motor and indexing motor drive units are used, combined with belt drive and end face gear connection, which simplifies the structure and improves the machining accuracy. The operation of the turret body is controlled by the transmission components.

Benefits of technology

The turret structure has been simplified, machining and assembly accuracy has been improved, manufacturing costs have been reduced, and it is easier to observe and maintain.

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Abstract

The utility model provides an octagonal power tool turret, and belongs to the technical field of machining tools. The problem that the machining precision of an existing tool turret is prone to deviation is solved. The octagonal power tool turret comprises a tool turret body with a tool bit, an installation shell and a driving unit arranged on the installation shell and used for driving the tool turret body to operate, the driving unit is composed of a main motor with a motor shaft and an indexing motor with a motor shaft, and the main motor is arranged on the installation shell and connected with the installation shell. The main motor controls a tool bit in the tool turret body to move through the first belt wheel unit, the indexing motor is also arranged on the installation shell and connected with the installation shell, and the indexing motor is connected with the tool turret body through the transmission assembly and controls the tool turret body to operate through the transmission assembly. The transmission assembly is composed of a connecting unit for improving machining precision and assembling precision and a driving unit used for driving the connecting unit to operate. The utility model has the advantage of improving the processing precision.
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Description

Technical Field

[0001] This utility model belongs to the field of machining tool technology and relates to an octagonal power turret. Background Technology

[0002] Currently, the power turret uses a worm gear transmission mechanism, which makes its structure relatively complex and can easily affect machining accuracy. The components require relatively large installation space, resulting in an increase in the size and weight of the turret, thus increasing manufacturing costs. In addition, during long-term operation, the worm gear wears out, making replacement relatively inconvenient. Furthermore, the worn areas are difficult to observe, which can affect machining accuracy and subsequent machining efficiency. Summary of the Invention

[0003] The purpose of this invention is to address the aforementioned problems in the existing technology by providing a turret assembly that has a simple structure, improves machining accuracy, and solves the problems mentioned above.

[0004] The objective of this utility model can be achieved through the following technical solution: An octagonal power turret includes a turret body with a cutter head, a mounting housing for mounting the turret body and having a mounting cavity, and a drive unit disposed on the mounting housing for driving the turret body to operate. The turret body is connected to the mounting housing via a connecting shaft. The drive unit consists of a main motor with a motor shaft and an indexing motor also with a motor shaft. The main motor is disposed on and connected to the mounting housing, and controls the movement of the cutter head in the turret body via a pulley unit. The indexing motor is also disposed on and connected to the mounting housing, and is connected to the turret body via a transmission assembly, which controls the operation of the turret body. The transmission assembly consists of a connecting unit for improving machining and assembly accuracy and a drive unit for driving the connecting unit.

[0005] In the aforementioned octagonal power turret, the pulley unit one consists of a transmission rod one, a transmission rod two, several belts, and several transmission wheels. The transmission rod one is movably connected to the mounting housing via a connecting plate. The transmission rod two is located inside the turret body and is movably connected to it. The turret body is equipped with a bearing connected to the transmission rod two to facilitate its operation. Several transmission wheels are respectively located on the transmission rod one and the transmission rod two, and cooperate with the belts to form a pulley transmission mechanism.

[0006] In the aforementioned octagonal power turret, the connecting unit consists of two end face gears, which are disposed between the turret body and the mounting housing. A ring sleeve is also provided between the turret body and the mounting housing, which is fitted onto the end face gears to improve connection stability. A sealing ring sleeve is also provided between the turret body and the mounting housing to enhance the sealing of the connection. The inner diameter of the sealing ring sleeve is larger than the outer diameter of the ring sleeve.

[0007] In the aforementioned octagonal power turret, the drive unit consists of a transmission rod three and a connecting wheel. The mounting housing has a mounting hole for the transmission rod three to extend into. The mounting housing and the transmission rod three are also movably connected via bearings. One end of the transmission rod three is connected to a ring sleeve on the end face gear through the mounting hole. The connecting wheel is located on the other end of the transmission rod three and is also connected to the indexing motor via a tire. A connecting wheel is also provided on the motor shaft of the indexing motor. A protective cover plate is provided on the side wall of the mounting housing at the sealing ring sleeve, which is connected to the sealing ring sleeve and is used to protect the transmission rod three and abut against the sealing ring sleeve.

[0008] Compared with existing technologies, this octagonal power turret has the following advantages:

[0009] 1. The drive unit consists of a main motor with a motor shaft and an indexing motor with a motor shaft. The main motor is mounted on and connected to the mounting housing. The main motor controls the movement of the tool head in the turret body through a pulley unit. The indexing motor is also mounted on and connected to the mounting housing. The indexing motor is connected to the turret body through a transmission assembly and controls the operation of the turret body through the transmission assembly. The transmission assembly consists of a connecting unit that improves machining accuracy and assembly accuracy, and a drive unit for driving the connecting unit. The above structure simplifies the turret structure while ensuring machining accuracy. Attached Figure Description

[0010] Figure 1 This is a schematic diagram of the three-dimensional structure of this octagonal power turret.

[0011] Figure 2 This is a cross-sectional view of the main motor in this octagonal power turret.

[0012] Figure 3 This is a cross-sectional view of the indexing motor in this octagonal power turret.

[0013] In the diagram, 1. Cutting head; 2. Turret body; 3. Mounting housing; 4. Main motor; 5. Indexing motor; 6. Transmission rod one; 7. Transmission rod two; 8. Transmission wheel; 9. End face gear; 10. Ring sleeve one; 11. Sealing ring sleeve; 12. Transmission rod three; 13. Connecting wheel; 14. Protective cover plate. Detailed Implementation

[0014] The following are specific embodiments of the present invention, which are described in conjunction with the accompanying drawings. However, the present invention is not limited to these embodiments.

[0015] like Figure 1 , Figure 2 , Figure 3As shown, this octagonal power turret includes a turret body with a cutter head, a mounting housing with a mounting cavity for mounting the turret body, and a drive unit mounted on the mounting housing for driving the turret body. The turret body is connected to the mounting housing via a connecting shaft. The drive unit consists of a main motor with a motor shaft and an indexing motor with a motor shaft. The main motor is mounted on and connected to the mounting housing, and controls the movement of the cutter head in the turret body via a pulley unit. The indexing motor is also mounted on and connected to the mounting housing, and is connected to the turret body via a transmission assembly, which controls the movement of the turret body. The system comprises a connecting unit for improving machining and assembly accuracy, and a drive unit for driving the connecting unit. The pulley unit consists of a first transmission rod, a second transmission rod, several belts, and several transmission wheels. The first transmission rod is movably connected to the mounting housing via a connecting plate. The connecting plate has a shaft hole for the first transmission rod to pass through, and movable bearings are located on the inner walls at both ends of the shaft hole. The second transmission rod is located within the turret body and movably connected to it. The turret body contains bearings connected to the second transmission rod for easy operation. Several transmission wheels are respectively mounted on the first and second transmission rods and cooperate with the belts to form a pulley drive. The mechanism comprises four transmission wheels: one mounted on the main motor, one on transmission rod two, and the other two on transmission rod one. The belts connect the transmission wheels on transmission rod one and transmission rod two via a connecting shaft. The connecting unit consists of two end-face gears positioned between the turret body and the mounting housing. A ring sleeve (first type) is also provided between the turret body and the mounting housing, fitted onto the end-face gears to improve connection stability. A sealing ring sleeve (second type) is also provided between the turret body and the mounting housing to enhance the sealing at the connection point; the inner diameter of this sealing ring sleeve is larger than the outer diameter of the first ring sleeve. One of the end-face gears is fitted onto the mounting housing, and the other end-face gear... The face gear is connected to the connecting shaft via a connecting ring sleeve, which is fitted onto the connecting shaft. The drive unit consists of a transmission rod three and a connecting wheel. The mounting housing has a mounting hole for the transmission rod three to extend into. The mounting housing and the transmission rod three are also movably connected via bearings. One end of the transmission rod three is connected to the ring sleeve one on the face gear via the mounting hole. The connecting wheel is located on the other end of the transmission rod three and is also connected to the indexing motor via a tire. The indexing motor shaft is also equipped with a connecting wheel. A protective cover plate is provided on the side wall of the mounting housing at the sealing ring sleeve, which is connected to the sealing ring sleeve and is used to protect the transmission rod three and abut against the sealing ring sleeve.

[0016] The specific embodiments described herein are merely illustrative examples illustrating the spirit of this utility model. Those skilled in the art to which this utility model pertains may make various modifications or additions to the described specific embodiments or use similar methods to substitute them, without departing from the spirit of this utility model or exceeding the scope defined by the appended claims.

[0017] Although this document uses terms such as "etc." extensively, the possibility of using other terms is not excluded. These terms are used merely for the convenience of describing and explaining the essence of this invention; interpreting them as any additional limitation would contradict the spirit of this invention.

Claims

1. An octagonal power turret, comprising a turret body (2) with a cutter head (1), a mounting housing (3) for mounting the turret body (2) and having a mounting cavity, and a drive unit disposed on the mounting housing (3) for driving the turret body (2) to operate, wherein the turret body (2) is connected to the mounting housing (3) via a connecting shaft, characterized in that, The drive unit consists of a main motor (4) with a motor shaft and an indexing motor (5) with a motor shaft. The main motor (4) is mounted on and connected to the mounting housing (3). The main motor (4) controls the movement of the cutter head (1) in the turret body (2) through a pulley unit. The indexing motor (5) is also mounted on and connected to the mounting housing (3). The indexing motor (5) is connected to the turret body (2) through a transmission assembly and controls the operation of the turret body (2) through the transmission assembly. The transmission assembly consists of a connecting unit for improving machining accuracy and assembly accuracy and a drive unit for driving the connecting unit.

2. An octagonal power turret according to claim 1, characterized in that, The pulley unit consists of a first transmission rod (6), a second transmission rod (7), several belts, and several transmission wheels (8). The first transmission rod (6) is movably connected to the mounting housing (3) through a connecting plate. The second transmission rod (7) is located inside the turret body (2) and is movably connected to it. The turret body (2) is provided with a bearing connected to it and facilitates the operation of the second transmission rod (7). Several transmission wheels (8) are respectively located on the first transmission rod (6) and the second transmission rod (7) and cooperate with the belts to form a pulley transmission mechanism.

3. An octagonal power turret according to claim 1, characterized in that, The connection unit consists of two end face gears (9), which are disposed between the turret body (2) and the mounting housing (3). A ring sleeve (10) is also provided between the turret body (2) and the mounting housing (3) to improve the connection stability by being sleeved on the end face gears (9). A sealing ring sleeve (11) is also provided between the turret body (2) and the mounting housing (3) to enhance the sealing of the connection. The inner diameter of the sealing ring sleeve (11) is larger than the outer diameter of the ring sleeve (10).

4. An octagonal power turret according to claim 3, characterized in that, The drive unit consists of a transmission rod three (12) and a connecting wheel (13). The mounting housing (3) has a mounting hole for the transmission rod three (12) to be inserted and installed. The mounting housing (3) and the transmission rod three (12) are also movably connected by a bearing. One end of the transmission rod three (12) is connected to the ring sleeve one (10) on the end face gear (9) through the mounting hole. The connecting wheel (13) is set on the other end of the transmission rod three (12). The connecting wheel (13) is also connected to the indexing motor (5) through a tire. The motor shaft of the indexing motor (5) is also provided with a connecting wheel (13). The mounting housing (3) has a protective cover plate (14) on the side wall of the sealing ring sleeve (11) connected to it and used to protect the transmission rod three (12) and abut against the sealing ring sleeve (11).