Automatic pressing plate taking and placing device and machine tool
By designing an automatic platen pick-and-place device with a suction and separation mechanism, the problem of workpiece falling off due to adhesion between the platen and the workpiece is solved, achieving stable separation and protection of the workpiece, and improving processing efficiency and quality.
Patent Information
- Application Number
- CN202422879579.5
- Authority / Receiving Office
- CN · China
- Patent Type
- Utility models(China)
- Current Assignee / Owner
- Filing Date
- 2024-11-25
- Publication Date
- 2025-11-28
- Estimated Expiration
- 2034-11-25
AI Technical Summary
Existing automatic platen loading and unloading devices are prone to causing the platen to stick to the workpiece when there is residual cutting fluid on the workpiece, resulting in the workpiece falling and being damaged.
An automatic platen pick-and-place device was designed, comprising a suction mechanism and a separation mechanism. A movable part passes through the platen and rests on the workpiece. The elastic force is adjusted by an elastic element and an adjusting column to ensure stable separation of the platen from the workpiece and avoid damage to the workpiece.
It effectively separates the pressure plate from the workpiece, preventing the workpiece from falling off due to adhesion, reducing the risk of workpiece scratches, and improving processing yield.
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Abstract
Description
TECHNICAL FIELD
[0001] The present application relates to the technical field of mechanical manufacturing, in particular to an automatic taking and placing device for a pressing plate and a machine tool with the same. BACKGROUND
[0002] In the process of CNC machining, in order to ensure the stability and machining accuracy of the workpiece, it is usually necessary to place a pressing plate on the surface of the workpiece. The main function of the pressing plate is to press and fix the workpiece, so as to avoid the movement and deformation of the workpiece in the subsequent machining process, thereby improving the efficiency and quality of machining. After the machining is completed, the operator needs to take off the pressing plate to prepare for the subsequent workpiece replacement.
[0003] However, the current automatic taking and placing device for the pressing plate still has some deficiencies. For example, when the workpiece is left with cutting fluid, the pressing plate and the workpiece will be adhered. This adhesion will cause trouble when the pressing plate is taken off, and the workpiece may be lifted together, which will eventually cause the workpiece to fall and be damaged. CONTENT OF THE INVENTION
[0004] In order to solve the above problems in the prior art, it is necessary to provide an automatic taking and placing device for a pressing plate which can prevent the adhesion between the workpiece and the pressing plate and automatically separate the pressing plate and the workpiece. In addition, it is also necessary to provide a machine tool with the automatic taking and placing device for the pressing plate.
[0005] The first aspect of the present application provides an automatic taking and placing device for a pressing plate, which is used for fixing to a machine tool, the machine tool places a workpiece, the automatic taking and placing device for the pressing plate comprises a mounting plate used for connecting with the machine tool, a suction mechanism arranged on one side of the mounting plate, the suction mechanism is used for sucking the pressing plate and placing the sucked pressing plate on the workpiece, and a separating mechanism, the separating mechanism comprises a movable piece, the movable piece is movably arranged on the suction mechanism, and the movable piece is used for penetrating through the pressing plate and abutting against the workpiece, so as to separate the pressing plate and the workpiece.
[0006] The automatic taking and placing device for the pressing plate of the present application can effectively separate the pressing plate and the workpiece by increasing the separating mechanism, when the pressing plate is sucked, the movable piece can penetrate through the pressing plate and be placed on the workpiece. The problem that the workpiece is lifted and falls when the pressing plate is taken off due to the residual cutting fluid on the workpiece is solved, the workpiece is prevented from being scratched, and the yield is improved.
[0007] In some embodiments of the present application, the separating mechanism further comprises an elastic element and an adjusting column, the adjusting column is arranged on the suction mechanism, one end of the elastic element elastically abuts against the movable piece, and the other end of the elastic element elastically abuts against the adjusting column, and the adjusting column is used for adjusting the distance between the adjusting column and the movable piece, so as to adjust the elastic force of the elastic element applied to the movable piece.
[0008] In some embodiments of the present application, the separating mechanism further comprises an adjusting seat fixed to the suction mechanism, and the adjusting column is threadedly connected to the adjusting seat.
[0009] In some embodiments of the present application, the suction mechanism is provided with a guide groove for accommodating the movable member, the guide groove comprises a first guide portion and a second guide portion connected to each other, the first guide portion is closer to the mounting plate than the second guide portion, and the width of the first guide portion is greater than the width of the second guide portion; the movable member comprises a supporting portion and a separating portion connected to each other, the supporting portion is movably arranged in the first guide portion and is stopped at the connection between the first guide portion and the second guide portion, and the separating portion passes through the second guide portion and extends away from the mounting plate.
[0010] In some embodiments of the present application, the supporting portion is provided with a limiting groove for accommodating part of the elastic element.
[0011] In some embodiments of the present application, the suction mechanism comprises a suction plate and a magnetic suction assembly, the suction plate is provided with a through groove, the magnetic suction assembly comprises a fixed plate and at least one electromagnetic suction member, the fixed plate is arranged on one side of the through groove, and the electromagnetic suction member is fixed to the fixed plate and accommodated in the through groove.
[0012] In some embodiments of the present application, the end surface of the electromagnetic suction member away from the fixed plate is flush with the end surface of the suction plate away from the mounting plate.
[0013] In some embodiments of the present application, the side of the suction mechanism facing the pressing plate is further provided with a proximity switch.
[0014] In some embodiments of the present application, a buffer assembly is further arranged between the mounting plate and the suction mechanism, the suction mechanism is provided with a recess, one end of the buffer assembly is placed in the recess, and the other end of the buffer assembly is connected to the mounting plate.
[0015] In some embodiments of the present application, the buffer assembly comprises a connecting plate, a buffer spring and a guide member, the connecting plate is fixed to the mounting plate, one end of the guide member is fixed to the connecting plate, the other end of the guide member movably passes through the suction mechanism, the buffer spring is sleeved on the guide member, one end of the buffer spring abuts against the recess, and the other end of the buffer spring abuts against the lower side of the connecting plate, so that the suction mechanism and the connecting plate are floatingly connected.
[0016] The second aspect of the present application provides a machine tool comprising the automatic taking and placing pressing plate device described above. BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF DRAWINGS
[0017] Figure 1 is a perspective view of a machine tool according to an embodiment of the present application.
[0018] Figure 2 is Figure 1 a perspective view of the automatic taking and placing pressing plate device of the machine tool shown in FIG. 8.
[0019] Figure 3 for Figure 2 An exploded view of the automatic platen loading and unloading device shown.
[0020] Figure 4 for Figure 2 The automatic plate pick-and-place device shown is a cross-sectional view along section line IV-IV.
[0021] Explanation of key component symbols:
[0022] Automatic plate pick-and-place device 10
[0023] Pressure Plate 101
[0024] Workpiece 102
[0025] Machine tool 100
[0026] Mounting plate 110
[0027] Absorption mechanism 120
[0028] Separation mechanism 130
[0029] Activity item 131
[0030] Elastic element 132
[0031] Adjustment column 133
[0032] First Guiding Section 1201
[0033] Second guide section 1202
[0034] Support part 1311
[0035] Separation section 1312
[0036] Adjustment seat 134
[0037] Absorption plate 1203
[0038] Magnetic assembly 140
[0039] Through slot 1205
[0040] Fixing plate 1401
[0041] Electromagnetic chuck 1402
[0042] Limiting groove 1313
[0043] Proximity switch 160
[0044] Buffer component 150
[0045] Groove 1204
[0046] Buffer spring 1501
[0047] guide 1502
[0048] connecting plate 1503
[0049] guide slot 1200.
[0050] The following detailed description will further describe the present application in conjunction with the above-mentioned drawings. DETAILED DESCRIPTION
[0051] The technical solutions in the embodiments of the present application will be described clearly and completely in conjunction with the drawings in the embodiments of the present application. Obviously, the described embodiments are only some of the embodiments of the present application, not all the embodiments.
[0052] Unless otherwise defined, all technical and scientific terms used herein have the same meaning as commonly understood by one of ordinary skill in the art to which this application belongs. The terminology used in the description of the application herein is for the purpose of describing particular embodiments only and is not intended to be limiting of the application.
[0053] Some embodiments of the present application will be described in detail below in conjunction with the drawings. The following embodiments and features in the embodiments can be combined with each other without conflict.
[0054] Please refer to Figure 1 and Figure 2 An automatic clamp taking and placing device 10 is provided in an embodiment of the present application, which is used for fixing to a machine tool 100. The machine tool 100 is placed with a workpiece 102. The automatic clamp taking and placing device 10 comprises a mounting plate 110 used for connecting with the machine tool 100, a suction mechanism 120 arranged on the mounting plate 110, and a separation mechanism 130. The suction mechanism 120 is used for sucking a clamp 101 and placing the sucked clamp 101 on the workpiece 102. The separation mechanism 130 comprises a movable piece 131 movably arranged on the suction mechanism 120. The movable piece 131 is used for penetrating through the clamp 101 and abutting against the workpiece 102, so as to separate the clamp 101 from the workpiece 102.
[0055] The automatic clamp taking and placing device 10 of the present application realizes the automatic operation of the clamp 101, reduces the time and labor intensity of manual taking and placing, and makes the processing process more efficient. By increasing the separation mechanism 130, when the clamp 101 is sucked, the movable piece 131 can penetrate through the clamp 101 and be placed on the workpiece 102, which can effectively separate the clamp 101 from the workpiece 102. Therefore, the present application solves the problem that the workpiece 102 is lifted and falls when the clamp 101 is taken due to the residual cutting fluid on the workpiece 102, reduces the scratch of the workpiece 102, and improves the yield.
[0056] In an embodiment of the present application, please refer to Figure 2The movable element 131 is provided in two, distributed on the side of the suction mechanism 120. The pressing plate 101 is provided with a positioning hole through which the movable element 131 passes. The movable element 131 can be conveniently placed on the workpiece 102 through the positioning hole, preventing the workpiece 102 from being taken away and falling due to residual cutting fluid.
[0057] In an embodiment of the present application, the separation mechanism 130 further comprises an elastic element 132 and an adjusting column 133. The adjusting column 133 is provided on the suction mechanism 120, and the elastic element 132 is elastically supported on the movable element 131 at one end and on the adjusting column 133 at the other end. The adjusting column 133 is used to adjust the distance between it and the movable element 131, thereby adjusting the elastic force of the elastic element 132 acting on the movable element 131. Considering that the adhesion force between different types of pressing plates 101 and workpieces 102 during separation may differ, the introduction of the elastic element 132 can ensure that the automatic pressing plate taking and placing device 10 can adapt to different adhesion force requirements under various working conditions, avoiding accidental problems caused by excessive adhesion force between the pressing plate 101 and the workpiece 102. Proper adjustment of the elastic force of the elastic element 132 can effectively prevent scratches or damage to the surface of the workpiece 102 during separation, achieving better protection of the workpiece 102. Therefore, through the setting of the elastic element 132, the pressing plate 101 can be more stably controlled during the suction and separation process. Preferably, the elastic element 132 is a compression spring.
[0058] Please refer to Figure 3 In an embodiment of the present application, the separation mechanism 130 further comprises an adjusting seat 134 fixed to the suction mechanism 120. The adjusting column 133 is threadedly connected with the adjusting seat 134. The combination of the adjusting column 133 and the adjusting seat 134 is not only suitable for size changes of different workpieces 102, but also can be individually adjusted according to specific processing needs, so that the automatic pressing plate taking and placing device 10 can flexibly adapt to various application scenarios and meet the needs of different industries. Through threaded connection, the height or position of the adjusting column 133 can be conveniently adjusted, so that the operator can quickly change the distance between the adjusting column 133 and the movable element 131. This design simplifies the adjustment process and reduces the inconvenience that may be caused by manual adjustment. The threaded connection of the adjusting column 133 and the adjusting seat 134 provides a stable fixing method, ensuring that the position of the adjusting column 133 is not easily slipped or loosened during operation, thereby ensuring the stability and consistency of the separation force. After adjustment, the user can use it with confidence without worrying about the problem of accidental displacement of the adjusting column 133 during operation.
[0059] Please refer to Figure 3In an embodiment of the present application, the suction mechanism 120 is provided with a guide groove 1200 accommodating the movable element 131. The guide groove 1200 comprises a first guide portion 1201 and a second guide portion 1202 connected together. The first guide portion 1201 is closer to the mounting plate 110 than the second guide portion 1202, and the width of the first guide portion 1201 is greater than that of the second guide portion 1202. The movable element 131 comprises a support portion 1311 and a separation portion 1312 connected together. The support portion 1311 is movably arranged in the first guide portion 1201 and stopped at the connection between the first guide portion 1201 and the second guide portion 1202, and the separation portion 1312 extends through the second guide portion 1202 and away from the mounting plate 110. The width of the first guide portion 1201 is greater than that of the second guide portion 1202, providing a larger guide surface so that the movable element 131 is more stable when moving, reducing the phenomenon of jamming caused by sliding or deviation. This design can ensure smooth transition of the movable element 131 during pick-and-place operation, avoiding unnecessary failures. The support portion 1311 is stopped at the connection between the first guide portion 1201 and the second guide portion 1202, forming a clear positioning area, which can effectively limit the movement range of the movable element 131, so that it can only move within the designed track. This design ensures accurate positioning and reliability of the movable element 131, avoiding the risk of misoperation or accidental falling. The separation portion 1312 extends through the second guide portion 1202 and away from the mounting plate 110, so that the separation action can be more effectively performed when the pressing plate 101 is picked and placed. This structure provides a clear operation path, which helps the separation mechanism 130 to smoothly operate when interacting with the workpiece 102, increases the stability of movement between the elastic element 132 and the movable element 131, ensures the accuracy of positioning the pressing plate 101, and improves the efficiency of separating the workpiece 102.
[0060] In an embodiment of the present application, the support portion 1311 is provided with a limiting groove 1313 accommodating part of the elastic element 132. The limiting groove 1313 is designed to provide accommodation space for part of the elastic element 132, preventing it from being affected by external impact or displacement during operation. This can effectively protect the elastic element 132, prolong its service life, and ensure its stable performance. The elastic element 132 is limited in the limiting groove 1313, which can avoid slipping and accidental falling during operation, thereby improving the safety of the equipment. By providing the limiting groove 1313 for the elastic element 132 to be placed in, the positioning of the elastic element 132 during assembly is facilitated, and the guiding effect is provided when the elastic element 132 is compressed.
[0061] In an embodiment of the present application, the suction mechanism 120 includes a suction plate 1203 and a magnetic suction assembly 140. The suction plate 1203 is provided with a through slot 1205, and the magnetic suction assembly 140 includes a fixed plate 1401 and at least one electromagnetic suction piece 1402. The fixed plate 1401 is arranged on one side of the through slot 1205, and the electromagnetic suction piece 1402 is fixed to the fixed plate 1401 and accommodated in the through slot 1205.
[0062] Referring to Figure 4 In an embodiment of the present application, the end surface of the electromagnetic suction piece 1402 away from the fixed plate 1401 is flush with the end surface of the suction plate 1203 away from the mounting plate 110. By arranging the end surface of the electromagnetic suction piece 1402 away from the fixed plate 1401 to be flush with the end surface of the suction plate 1203 away from the mounting plate 110, the pressing plate 101 can be effectively taken and placed, so that the pressing plate 101 tightly adheres to the surface of the suction plate 1203.
[0063] Referring to Figure 2 In an embodiment of the present application, the side of the suction mechanism 120 facing the pressing plate 101 is further provided with a proximity switch 160. By arranging the proximity switch 160, the state of taking and placing the pressing plate 101 can be determined, and the degree of automation is improved.
[0064] In an embodiment of the present application, a buffer assembly 150 is further arranged between the mounting plate 110 and the suction mechanism 120. The suction mechanism 120 is provided with a recess 1204. One end of the buffer assembly 150 is placed in the recess 1204, and the other end is connected with the mounting plate 110. The main function of the buffer assembly 150 is to absorb impact and vibration, which can effectively reduce the transmission of vibration generated during operation and protect the equipment and its components from damage. This is particularly important for frequent taking and placing operations, which can greatly reduce wear and tear and prolong the service life of the equipment. By arranging the buffer assembly 150, the connection between the suction mechanism 120 and the mounting plate 110 becomes more stable and flexible. This stability helps to maintain the balance of the device under high speed or severe motion conditions, and improves the accuracy of the overall operation.
[0065] Referring to Figure 2 , Figure 3 and Figure 4In an embodiment of the present application, the buffer assembly 150 comprises a connecting plate 1503, a buffer spring 1501 and a guide 1502. The connecting plate 1503 is fixed to the mounting plate 110. One end of the guide 1502 is fixed to the connecting plate 1503, and the other end of the guide 1502 is movably inserted through the suction mechanism 120. The buffer spring 1501 is sleeved on the guide 1502. One end of the buffer spring 1501 abuts against the groove 1204, and the other end of the buffer spring 1501 abuts against the lower side of the connecting plate 1503. In this way, the suction mechanism 120 is movably connected with the connecting plate 1503, and the connecting plate 1503 is directly mounted on the mounting plate 110 as a base member of the buffer assembly 150, thereby playing a role of connection and support. The connecting plate 1503 can ensure that the entire buffer system is stably fixed on the mounting plate 110, thereby providing a support basis for the operation of the buffer spring 1501 and the guide 1502. The guide 1502 is inserted through the suction plate 1203 and fixedly connected with the connecting plate 1503, thereby playing a role of guidance and fixation. The connecting plate 1503 can ensure that the suction mechanism 120 can move within a certain track during operation, thereby improving the operation accuracy, helping the normal operation of the buffer assembly 150, and preventing unnecessary friction or collision of other components due to displacement. The buffer spring 1501 is sleeved on the guide 1502, one end of the buffer spring 1501 abuts against the groove 1204, and the other end of the buffer spring 1501 abuts against the lower side of the connecting plate 1503. This design allows the buffer spring 1501 to be movably connected between the suction mechanism 120 and the connecting plate 1503, so that the suction mechanism 120 can move freely when subjected to impact or vibration. Through this movable connection, the buffer spring 1501 can effectively absorb and reduce the sudden external force, thereby preventing damage to the equipment.
[0066] Please refer to Figure 1 In an embodiment of the present application, the machine tool 100 comprises the automatic pick-and-place clamp device 10 described above, and the automatic pick-and-place clamp device 10 is fixed to the machine tool 100. The automatic pick-and-place clamp device 10 is fixed to the machine tool 100, thereby realizing seamless integration of the machine tool 100 and the pick-and-place system. This design improves the work efficiency, reduces the coordination time between devices, and improves the overall operation fluency. Thanks to the design of the buffer assembly 150 and the guide 1502, the automatic pick-and-place clamp 101 can maintain high precision during operation, thereby ensuring accurate positioning and processing of the workpiece 102 and reducing the risk of damage to the workpiece 102.
[0067] The above embodiments are only used to illustrate the technical solutions of the present application but not limit the present application. Although the present application has been described in detail with reference to the preferred embodiments, those skilled in the art should understand that the technical solutions of the present application can be modified or replaced equivalently without departing from the spirit and essence of the technical solutions of the present application.
Claims
1. An automatic platen loading and unloading device for fixing to a machine tool, wherein the machine tool holds a workpiece, characterized in that, The automatic press plate taking and placing device comprises: a mounting plate configured to be connected to the machine tool; a suction mechanism arranged on one side of the mounting plate, the suction mechanism being configured to suck the press plate and place the sucked press plate on the workpiece; and a separation mechanism comprising a movable member movably arranged on the suction mechanism, the movable member being configured to pass through the press plate and abut against the workpiece to separate the press plate from the workpiece.
2. The automatic pick-and-place clamp device according to claim 1, characterized in that, The separation mechanism further comprises an elastic element and an adjusting column, the adjusting column being arranged on the suction mechanism, one end of the elastic element being elastically abutted against the movable member, and the other end of the elastic element being elastically abutted against the adjusting column, the adjusting column being configured to adjust the distance between the adjusting column and the movable member, so as to adjust the elastic force exerted by the elastic element on the movable member.
3. The automatic pick-and-place clamp device according to claim 2, wherein The separation mechanism further comprises an adjusting seat fixed on the suction mechanism, and the adjusting column is in threaded connection with the adjusting seat.
4. The automatic pick-and-place clamp apparatus according to claim 2, wherein The suction mechanism is provided with a guide groove accommodating the movable member, the guide groove comprising a first guide portion and a second guide portion connected with each other, the first guide portion being closer to the mounting plate than the second guide portion, and the width of the first guide portion being greater than the width of the second guide portion; the movable member comprising a supporting portion and a separating portion connected with each other, the supporting portion being movably arranged in the first guide portion and being stopped at the connection between the first guide portion and the second guide portion, and the separating portion passing through the second guide portion and extending away from the mounting plate.
5. The automatic pick-and-place clamp apparatus according to claim 4, wherein The supporting portion is provided with a limiting groove accommodating part of the elastic element.
6. The automatic pick-and-place clamp device according to claim 1, wherein The suction mechanism comprises a suction plate and a magnetic suction assembly, the suction plate being provided with a through groove, the magnetic suction assembly comprising a fixed plate and at least one electromagnetic suction member, the fixed plate being arranged on one side of the through groove, and the electromagnetic suction member being fixed on the fixed plate and accommodated in the through groove.
7. The automatic pick-and-place clamp device according to claim 6, characterized in that The end surface of the electromagnetic suction member away from the fixed plate is flush with the end surface of the suction plate away from the mounting plate.
8. The automatic pick-and-place clamp device according to claim 1, wherein A buffer assembly is further arranged between the mounting plate and the suction mechanism, the suction mechanism being provided with a recess, one end of the buffer assembly being arranged in the recess, and the other end of the buffer assembly being connected with the mounting plate.
9. The automatic pick-and-place clamp device according to claim 8, characterized in that, The buffer assembly comprises a connecting plate, a buffer spring and a guide member, the connecting plate being fixed on the mounting plate, one end of the guide member being fixed on the connecting plate, the other end of the guide member being movably arranged through the suction mechanism, the buffer spring being sleeved on the guide member, one end of the buffer spring being abutted against the recess, and the other end of the buffer spring being abutted against the lower side of the connecting plate, so that the suction mechanism and the connecting plate are in floating connection.
10. A machine tool, characterized by The automatic press plate taking and placing device comprises: a mounting plate configured to be connected to the machine tool; a suction mechanism arranged on one side of the mounting plate, the suction mechanism being configured to suck the press plate and place the sucked press plate on the workpiece; and a separation mechanism comprising a movable member movably arranged on the suction mechanism, the movable member being configured to pass through the press plate and abut against the workpiece to separate the press plate from the workpiece. The separation mechanism further comprises an elastic element and an adjusting column, the adjusting column being arranged on the suction mechanism, one end of the elastic element being elastically abutted against the movable member, and the other end of the elastic element being elastically abutted against the adjusting column, the adjusting column being configured to adjust the distance between the adjusting column and the movable member, so as to adjust the elastic force exerted by the elastic element on the movable member. The separation mechanism further comprises an adjusting seat fixed on the suction mechanism, and the adjusting column is in threaded connection with the adjusting seat. The suction mechanism is provided with a guide groove accommodating the movable member, the guide groove comprising a first guide portion and a second guide portion connected with each other, the first guide portion being closer to the mounting plate than the second guide portion, and the width of the first guide portion being greater than the width of the second guide portion; the movable member comprising a supporting portion and a separating portion connected with each other, the supporting portion being movably arranged in the first guide portion and being stopped at the connection between the first guide portion and the second guide portion, and the separating portion passing through the second guide portion and extending away from the mounting plate. The supporting portion is provided with a limiting groove accommodating part of the elastic element. The suction mechanism comprises a suction plate and a magnetic suction assembly, the suction plate being provided with a through groove, the magnetic suction assembly comprising a fixed plate and at least one electromagnetic suction member, the fixed plate being arranged on one side of the through groove, and the electromagnetic suction member being fixed on the fixed plate and accommodated in the through groove. The end surface of the electromagnetic suction member away from the fixed plate is flush with the end surface of the suction plate away from the mounting plate. A buffer assembly is further arranged between the mounting plate and the suction mechanism, the suction mechanism being provided with a recess, one end of the buffer assembly being arranged in the recess, and the other end of the buffer assembly being connected with the mounting plate. The buffer assembly comprises a connecting plate, a buffer spring and a guide member, the connecting plate being fixed on the mounting plate, one end of the guide member being fixed on the connecting plate, the other end of the guide member being movably arranged through the suction mechanism, the buffer spring being sleeved on the guide member, one end of the buffer spring being abutted against the recess, and the other end of the buffer spring being abutted against the lower side of the connecting plate, so that the suction mechanism and the connecting plate are in floating connection. The automatic press plate taking and placing device comprises: