Protective device for numerical control machine tool

By designing a combination structure of T-blocks, T-bars, and limit holes on CNC machine tools, and combining them with pressure sensors and indicator lights, the safety hazard caused by accidental touch of control panel buttons in the protective device is solved, achieving safe and stable operation and convenient workpiece observation and cleaning.

CN223776673UActive Publication Date: 2026-01-09NANJING ZHONGDE MASCH TOOL CO LTD
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Application Number
CN202520301084.6
Authority / Receiving Office
CN · China
Patent Type
Utility models(China)
Current Assignee / Owner
Filing Date
2025-02-24
Publication Date
2026-01-09
Estimated Expiration
2035-02-24

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Technical Problem

The protective devices of CNC machine tools are prone to opening due to workers accidentally touching the control panel buttons, which affects the operation and poses a safety hazard.

Method used

A protective device comprising a control unit and a protective unit was designed. The protective plate is physically fixed by a combination of T-blocks, T-bars and limiting holes. Combined with pressure sensors and indicator lights, the protective plate is ensured not to move due to accidental contact. The device also enables cleaning and observation functions through a transparent window and a nozzle system.

Benefits of technology

It improves the safety and operational stability of CNC machine tools, prevents misoperation, reduces noise and impact, and provides convenient functions for observing and cleaning workpieces.

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Abstract

The utility model discloses a protective device for a numerically-controlled machine tool, which comprises a control unit comprising a numerically-controlled machine tool body and a control panel fixedly connected to one side of the numerically-controlled machine tool body, a protective unit comprising a T-shaped block slidably arranged on one side of the numerically-controlled machine tool body, and a clamping unit fixedly connected to the other side of the numerically-controlled machine tool body, a protection plate is fixedly connected to the bottom of the T-shaped block, an L-shaped plate is fixedly connected to the bottom of the protection plate, a T-shaped rod penetrates through one side of the L-shaped plate in a sliding mode, and the rod face of the T-shaped rod is fixedly connected with a round piece in a sleeved mode. The machining groove can be covered by pulling the protection plate so as to achieve the protection effect, the protection plate can be limited in a physical mode by inserting the T-shaped rod into the limiting hole, the protection plate cannot move due to accidental touch, and therefore the protection safety can be improved.
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Description

Technical Field

[0001] This utility model relates to the field of protective device technology, and in particular to a protective device for CNC machine tools. Background Technology

[0002] CNC machine tools, short for numerical control machine tools, are automated machine tools equipped with a program control system. This control system can logically process programs with control codes or other symbolic instructions, decode them, represent them with coded numbers, input them to the CNC device through an information carrier, and after processing, the CNC device sends out various control signals to control the machine tool's movements, automatically machining parts according to the shape and dimensions required by the drawings.

[0003] CNC machine tools are typically covered with protective devices to protect the internal components. These devices usually include protective doors for placing workpieces to be processed. These doors are typically electrically operated via buttons on the control panel. However, during use, workers may accidentally press these buttons, causing the CNC machine tool to trigger its self-protection mechanism and stop working abruptly. Furthermore, the protective cover may suddenly open, which not only affects the machine's operation but also poses a safety hazard. Therefore, a protective device for CNC machine tools is proposed. Utility Model Content

[0004] The purpose of this section is to outline some aspects of embodiments of the present invention and to briefly describe some preferred embodiments. Simplifications or omissions may be made in this section, as well as in the abstract and title of this application, to avoid obscuring the purpose of these documents; however, such simplifications or omissions should not be construed as limiting the scope of the present invention.

[0005] In view of the problems existing in the current protective device for CNC machine tools, this utility model is proposed.

[0006] Therefore, the purpose of this utility model is to provide a protective device for CNC machine tools, which is suitable for solving the problem that workers may accidentally touch the buttons on the control panel, which may cause the protective cover of the protective device to open, which not only affects the operation status but also poses a safety hazard.

[0007] To solve the above-mentioned technical problems, this utility model provides the following technical solution: a protective device for CNC machine tools, comprising:

[0008] The control unit includes a CNC machine tool body and a control panel fixedly connected to one side of the CNC machine tool body, wherein a machining groove is provided on one side of the CNC machine tool body;

[0009] The protective unit includes a T-shaped block slidably disposed on one side of the CNC machine tool body. A protective plate is fixedly connected to the bottom of the T-shaped block, and an L-shaped plate is fixedly connected to the bottom of the protective plate. A T-shaped rod is slidably passed through one side of the L-shaped plate. A circular piece is fixedly sleeved on the rod surface of the T-shaped rod, and a spring sleeved on the T-shaped rod is fixedly connected to one side of the circular piece. Two limiting holes that fit the T-shaped rod are opened on one side of the CNC machine tool body.

[0010] As a preferred embodiment of the protective device for CNC machine tools described in this utility model, a pull ring is fixedly connected to one side of the T-bar, and the end of the T-bar facing the limiting hole is hemispherical.

[0011] As a preferred embodiment of the protective device for CNC machine tools described in this utility model, a pressure sensor is embedded inside the CNC machine tool body, the pressure sensor is located at the opening of one of the limiting holes, and an indicator light is fixedly connected to one side of the protective plate.

[0012] As a preferred embodiment of the protective device for CNC machine tools described in this utility model, two rubber rods are fixedly connected to one side of the CNC machine tool body, and the T-shaped block is located between the two rubber rods.

[0013] As a preferred embodiment of the protective device for CNC machine tools described in this utility model, a transparent window is inlaid on one side of the protective plate, a T-shaped tube is fixedly connected to the top of the inner wall of the machining groove, the top end of the T-shaped tube penetrates the CNC machine tool body, and multiple spray pipes are fixedly connected to the wall of the T-shaped tube.

[0014] As a preferred embodiment of the protective device for CNC machine tools described in this utility model, a discharge trough is fixedly connected to one side of the CNC machine tool body, and the discharge trough is connected to the bottom of the machining trough.

[0015] The beneficial effects of this utility model are as follows: when the workpiece is placed in the machining slot of the CNC machine tool body for processing, the machining slot can be covered by pulling the protective plate to achieve the protective effect. By inserting the T-bar into the limiting hole, the protective plate can be physically limited, and the protective plate will not move due to accidental contact, thereby improving the safety of protection. Attached Figure Description

[0016] To more clearly illustrate the technical solutions of the embodiments of this utility model, the drawings used in the description of the embodiments will be briefly introduced below. Obviously, the drawings described below are only some embodiments of this utility model. For those skilled in the art, other drawings can be obtained based on these drawings without creative effort. Among them:

[0017] Figure 1 This is a schematic diagram of the overall structure of the protective device for CNC machine tools proposed in this utility model;

[0018] Figure 2 This is a partial sectional view of the CNC machine tool body proposed in this utility model;

[0019] Figure 3 This is a schematic diagram of the connection structure between the T-shaped rod and the circular plate proposed in this utility model;

[0020] Figure 4 This is a schematic diagram of the connection structure between the T-shaped tube and the nozzle proposed in this utility model.

[0021] Explanation of reference numerals in the attached figures:

[0022] 100. Control unit; 101. CNC machine tool body; 102. Control panel; 103. Machining slot; 200. Protective unit; 201. T-block; 202. Protective plate; 203. L-shaped plate; 204. T-bar; 205. Circular piece; 206. Spring; 207. Limiting hole; 208. Pull ring; 209. Pressure sensor; 210. Indicator light; 211. Rubber rod; 212. Transparent window; 213. T-tube; 214. Nozzle; 215. Discharge chute. Detailed Implementation

[0023] To make the above-mentioned objectives, features and advantages of this utility model more apparent and understandable, the specific embodiments of this utility model will be described in detail below with reference to the accompanying drawings.

[0024] Many specific details are set forth in the following description in order to provide a full understanding of the present invention. However, the present invention may also be implemented in other ways different from those described herein. Those skilled in the art can make similar extensions without departing from the spirit of the present invention. Therefore, the present invention is not limited to the specific embodiments disclosed below.

[0025] Secondly, the term "an embodiment" or "embodiment" as used herein refers to a specific feature, structure, or characteristic that may be included in at least one implementation of the present invention. The phrase "in one embodiment" appearing in different places in this specification does not necessarily refer to the same embodiment, nor is it a single embodiment or an embodiment selectively excluded from other embodiments.

[0026] Secondly, this utility model is described in detail with reference to the schematic diagrams. When describing the embodiments of this utility model, for ease of explanation, the cross-sectional views illustrating the device structure may be partially enlarged, not adhering to the usual scale. Furthermore, the schematic diagrams are merely examples and should not limit the scope of protection of this utility model. In addition, actual manufacturing should include the three-dimensional spatial dimensions of length, width, and depth.

[0027] Example

[0028] Reference Figures 1-4 As an embodiment of the present invention, a protective device for CNC machine tools is provided, comprising: a control unit 100 and a protective unit 200;

[0029] The control unit 100 includes a CNC machine tool body 101 and a control panel 102 fixedly connected to one side of the CNC machine tool body 101. A machining groove 103 is provided on one side of the CNC machine tool body 101.

[0030] The protective unit 200 includes a T-shaped block 201 slidably disposed on one side of the CNC machine tool body 101. A protective plate 202 is fixedly connected to the bottom of the T-shaped block 201. An L-shaped plate 203 is fixedly connected to the bottom of the protective plate 202. A T-shaped rod 204 slidably passes through one side of the L-shaped plate 203. A circular piece 205 is fixedly sleeved on the rod surface of the T-shaped rod 204. A spring 206 sleeved on the T-shaped rod 204 is fixedly connected to one side of the circular piece 205. Two limiting holes 207 that fit the T-shaped rod 204 are opened on one side of the CNC machine tool body 101.

[0031] The control panel 102 is used to control the CNC machine tool body 101. The machining groove 103 is used to process the workpiece. When the workpiece is placed in the machining groove 103, the machining groove 103 is protected by the protective plate 202. A T-shaped slide groove that fits the T-shaped block 201 is opened on one side of the CNC machine tool body 101. The protective plate 202 can move along the T-shaped slide groove using the T-shaped block 201. The size of the protective plate 202 is larger than the size of the machining groove 103. When the protective plate 202 covers the machining groove 103, the T-shaped rod 204 is aligned with the limiting hole 207 near the control panel 102. One end of the spring 206 abuts against the side wall of the L-shaped plate 203, so that the spring 206 pushes the disc 205 to insert the T-shaped rod 204 into the limiting hole 207.

[0032] This allows the protective plate 202 to physically cover the machining groove 103, and the protective plate 202 will not be displaced due to accidental contact, so that the CNC machine tool body 101 can operate normally and ensure the safety of the operator. After the machining is completed, the T-bar 204 is pulled to disengage it from the limiting hole 207, and then the protective plate 202 can be moved. When the protective plate 202 is located above the limiting hole 207 in the direction away from the control panel 102, the T-bar 204 is released to allow it to automatically insert into the limiting hole 207, and then the machined workpiece can be taken out from the machining groove 103.

[0033] In addition, a pull ring 208 is fixedly connected to one side of the T-bar 204. The end of the T-bar 204 facing the limiting hole 207 is set in a hemispherical shape. A pressure sensor 209 is embedded inside the CNC machine tool body 101. The pressure sensor 209 is located at the opening of one of the limiting holes 207. An indicator light 210 is fixedly connected to one side of the protective plate 202.

[0034] The pull ring 208 allows the user to easily pull the T-bar 204. The hemispherical T-bar 204 facilitates insertion into the limiting hole 207. The pressure sensor 209 is located in the limiting hole 207 below the processing groove 103. When the T-bar 204 is inserted into the limiting hole 207, the hemispherical end of the T-bar 204 will contact the pressure sensor 209. The pressure sensor 209 is a device that can sense pressure signals and convert them into usable output electrical signals according to a certain rule. After the pressure sensor 209 senses pressure, the control panel 102 uses the built-in signal receiving unit to control the indicator light 210 to light up, thereby reminding the worker that the protective plate 202 has finished covering the processing groove 103. When the T-bar 204 is no longer in contact with the pressure sensor 209, the indicator light 210 will no longer light up.

[0035] Furthermore, two rubber rods 211 are fixedly connected to one side of the CNC machine tool body 101, and the T-shaped block 201 is located between the two rubber rods 211.

[0036] When the T-block 201 moves to the end of the T-shaped slide of the CNC machine tool body 101, the rubber rod 211 can buffer the impact force generated by the movement of the T-block 201, so as to reduce the impact force on the CNC machine tool body 101 after the protective plate 202 moves, and reduce the noise generated by the impact.

[0037] Furthermore, a transparent window 212 is embedded on one side of the protective plate 202, a T-shaped tube 213 is fixedly connected to the top of the inner wall of the processing groove 103, the top of the T-shaped tube 213 penetrates through the CNC machine tool body 101, multiple nozzles 214 are fixedly connected to the wall of the T-shaped tube 213, and a discharge groove 215 is fixedly connected to one side of the CNC machine tool body 101, the discharge groove 215 is connected to the bottom of the processing groove 103.

[0038] The transparent window 212 is made of explosion-proof glass, allowing observation of the workpiece's processing status. The T-shaped pipe 213 can be connected to an external water pump and supply clean water into the T-shaped pipe 213. The clean water in the T-shaped pipe 213 can be sprayed out through the spray pipe 214 to wash away the debris attached to the transparent window 212. The wastewater and debris after washing are discharged through the discharge chute 215.

[0039] During use, after the workpiece is placed in the processing groove 103, the pull ring 208 is pulled and the protective plate 202 is moved. After the protective plate 202 covers the processing groove 103, the pull ring 208 is released so that the T-shaped rod 204 is inserted into the limiting hole 207 below the processing groove 103. When the T-shaped rod 204 contacts the pressure sensor 209, the control indicator light 210 of the control panel 102 lights up, which can remind the worker that the protective plate 202 has finished covering the processing groove 103. Then the workpiece can be processed. The processing status of the workpiece can be observed through the transparent window 212. Then, the T-shaped pipe 213 is connected to an external water pump and clean water is delivered into the T-shaped pipe 213. The debris attached to the transparent window 212 can be washed off through the spray pipe 214. The washed sewage and debris are discharged through the discharge chute 215.

[0040] After processing is completed, pull the pull ring 208 to disengage the T-bar 204 from the limiting hole 207. When the T-bar 204 is no longer in contact with the pressure sensor 209, the indicator light 210 will no longer light up. Then move the protective plate 202. When the protective plate 202 is above the limiting hole 207 in the direction away from the control panel 102, release the T-bar 204 so that it automatically inserts into the limiting hole 207. Then the processed workpiece can be taken out from the processing groove 103.

[0041] It should be noted that the above embodiments are only used to illustrate the technical solution of this utility model and are not intended to limit it. Although this utility model has been described in detail with reference to preferred embodiments, those skilled in the art should understand that modifications or equivalent substitutions can be made to the technical solution of this utility model without departing from the spirit and scope of the technical solution of this utility model, and all such modifications or substitutions should be covered within the scope of the claims of this utility model.

Claims

1. A protective device for CNC machine tools, characterized in that, include: The control unit (100) includes a CNC machine tool body (101) and a control panel (102) fixedly connected to one side of the CNC machine tool body (101), wherein a machining groove (103) is provided on one side of the CNC machine tool body (101); The protective unit (200) includes a T-shaped block (201) slidably disposed on one side of the CNC machine tool body (101). A protective plate (202) is fixedly connected to the bottom of the T-shaped block (201). An L-shaped plate (203) is fixedly connected to the bottom of the protective plate (202). A T-shaped rod (204) is slidably passed through one side of the L-shaped plate (203). A circular piece (205) is fixedly sleeved on the rod surface of the T-shaped rod (204). A spring (206) sleeved on the T-shaped rod (204) is fixedly connected to one side of the circular piece (205). Two limiting holes (207) that fit the T-shaped rod (204) are opened on one side of the CNC machine tool body (101).

2. The protective device for CNC machine tools according to claim 1, characterized in that: A pull ring (208) is fixedly connected to one side of the T-shaped rod (204), and the end of the T-shaped rod (204) facing the limiting hole (207) is set in a hemispherical shape.

3. A protective device for CNC machine tools according to claim 1, characterized in that: A pressure sensor (209) is embedded inside the CNC machine tool body (101). The pressure sensor (209) is located at the opening of one of the limiting holes (207). An indicator light (210) is fixedly connected to one side of the protective plate (202).

4. A protective device for CNC machine tools according to claim 2, characterized in that: Two rubber rods (211) are fixedly connected to one side of the CNC machine tool body (101), and the T-shaped block (201) is located between the two rubber rods (211).

5. A protective device for CNC machine tools according to claim 4, characterized in that: A transparent window (212) is inlaid on one side of the protective plate (202), and a T-shaped tube (213) is fixedly connected to the top of the inner wall of the processing groove (103). The top end of the T-shaped tube (213) penetrates the CNC machine tool body (101), and multiple nozzles (214) are fixedly connected to the wall of the T-shaped tube (213).

6. A protective device for CNC machine tools according to claim 5, characterized in that: A discharge trough (215) is fixedly connected to one side of the CNC machine tool body (101), and the discharge trough (215) is connected to the bottom of the machining trough (103).