Cutting machine with tool apron with ink jet function

By equipping the cutting machine cutter holder with an inkjet printhead and a linear movement mechanism, the problem of unclear lines drawn by traditional cutter pen is solved, achieving clear pattern lines and diverse pattern effects, thus improving the functionality and safety of the cutting machine.

CN223933606UActive Publication Date: 2026-02-24DONGGUAN EMMA CNC TECH CO LTD
View PDF 0 Cites 0 Cited by

Patent Information

Application Number
CN202520450978.1
Authority / Receiving Office
CN · China
Patent Type
Utility models(China)
Current Assignee / Owner
Filing Date
2025-03-14
Publication Date
2026-02-24
Estimated Expiration
2035-03-14

AI Technical Summary

Technical Problem

Traditional blade-tipped brushes produce indistinct lines on leather, affecting the cutting results. Furthermore, some customers require patterns with specific line widths and effects to be drawn on leather.

Method used

The cutting machine is equipped with inkjet printheads on its blade holder to print new patterns and lines on leather. Combined with a multi-dimensional linear movement mechanism and a lifting cylinder to adjust the printhead height, it achieves control over different line widths and color depths.

Benefits of technology

After inkjet printing, the pattern lines are more obvious and clear, which can meet the customer's needs for line width and pattern. The overall structure volume is controlled within the expected range, and the safety and accuracy of finished product inspection are improved.

✦ Generated by Eureka AI based on patent content.

Smart Images

  • Figure CN223933606U_ABST
    Figure CN223933606U_ABST
Patent Text Reader

Abstract

The utility model relates to the field of leather cutting, in particular to a cutting machine with a cutter holder with an ink jet function, which comprises a cutting platform and the cutter holder for cutting leather on the cutting platform, the cutter holder is provided with a cutting part and a painting brush, and the cutting machine is characterized in that a spray head for jetting ink is further arranged on the cutter holder and is used for spraying pattern lines on the leather; according to the utility model, the spray head for ink jet is arranged on the tool apron, after the painting brush completes line drawing of leather, the spray head is used for spraying new pattern lines on the original lines, the display effect of the new pattern lines is more obvious and clear, and when the leather with rough surfaces is used, the painting brush can be used for painting the new pattern lines. The problem that the lines are not clear due to the fact that the lines are relatively fuzzy is solved by means of improving identification feeling through ink jet; the clear and obvious effect is reflected in the color, and after the spray head is used, the line width of a new pattern line is larger than that of a paintbrush.
Need to check novelty before this filing date? Find Prior Art

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This utility model relates to the field of leather cutting, and more particularly to a cutting machine with a cutter holder equipped with inkjet function. Background Technology

[0002] A leather cutting machine is a type of mechanical equipment specifically designed to cut leather materials according to design requirements. With the development of the leather industry, the application range of leather has gradually expanded, especially with increasing demand in areas such as clothing, footwear, home décor, and automotive interiors.

[0003] Traditional blades have a paintbrush that draws lines on leather. However, due to the characteristics of some materials, the marks drawn by the paintbrush on leather are not obvious, which will affect subsequent cutting. In addition, some customers need to draw new patterns on leather (patterns include but are not limited to matching labels, model sizes, etc.). These lines have requirements for line width, and the effect presented by these patterned lines is different from the lines drawn by the paintbrush. Utility Model Content

[0004] To solve the above problems, this utility model provides a cutting machine with a cutter holder equipped with inkjet function. By spraying new line patterns on the original lines, it solves the problem of lines not being obvious on some materials. At the same time, it can also meet the customer's need to spray new lines of different widths on leather.

[0005] To achieve the above objectives, the technical solution adopted by this utility model is: a cutting machine with a cutter holder equipped with inkjet function, comprising a cutting platform and a cutter holder for cutting leather on the cutting platform, the cutter holder having a cutting part and a pen, characterized in that the cutter holder is also provided with a nozzle for inkjet printing, for spraying pattern lines on the leather.

[0006] The beneficial effects of this utility model are:

[0007] This invention selects to set an inkjet nozzle on the blade holder. After the brush completes the outline of the leather, the nozzle is used to spray new pattern lines on the original lines. The effect of the new pattern lines is more obvious and clear. When facing some rough leather surfaces, the problem of unclear lines caused by relatively blurry lines is solved by inkjet printing to increase the sense of identification. This clear and obvious effect is not only reflected in the color itself, but also in the fact that the line width of the new pattern lines is greater than that of the brush after using the nozzle.

[0008] In addition, after using the nozzle, new pattern lines can be sprayed onto the leather individually to meet the needs of some customers. These new lines can form new patterns.

[0009] The cutting platform is equipped with a linear movement mechanism that provides multiple dimensional changes. The blade holder is located at the output end of the linear movement mechanism. In this way, there is no need to design a new linear movement mechanism for the nozzle. This use of the existing mechanism keeps the overall structural volume within the expected range.

[0010] Specifically, a lifting cylinder is provided at the output end of the aforementioned linear movement mechanism. The lifting cylinder is used to adjust the height of the printhead individually. The printhead contains multiple ink cartridges, and the bottom of each ink cartridge has an ink droplet outlet. The colors in each ink cartridge are different. Adjusting the height is used to change the spacing between the ink droplets, thereby adjusting the depth of the color.

[0011] The printhead is a part of the inkjet equipment, and the height of the entire inkjet equipment is directly controlled by the output end of the lifting cylinder.

[0012] Inkjet equipment is existing technology, and its structure and specific principles will not be elaborated here.

[0013] Similarly, the aforementioned linear motion mechanism is also existing technology, and its structure and principle will not be described in detail here.

[0014] The linear moving mechanism includes a longitudinal beam, and a clamping mechanism is provided below the longitudinal beam. The clamping mechanism includes a pair of pneumatic clamps and a pressure block. The two ends of the first pneumatic clamp are connected by a meandering section. Under the action of the meandering section, the two ends of the first pneumatic clamp are longitudinally corresponding to each other. The two ends are divided into a first end and a second end. The second pneumatic clamp has a cavity with an opening facing the second end. The second pneumatic clamp is located on the inner wall of the first end. The pressure block is located in the cavity of the second pneumatic clamp and the empty area in the cavity is sealed. The first end has a cylinder connector connected to the cavity. After gas is introduced, the air pressure in the cavity rises and pushes the pressure block to move towards the second end. In other words, the pressure block and the second end of the first pneumatic clamp form a clamping component for clamping the cutting pad. This implementation integrates the cylinder and the clamping component together. The main advantage of this implementation is that its overall volume is relatively small, which can fit the narrow space between the cutting platform and the longitudinal beam and complete the assembly with the longitudinal beam.

[0015] To ensure the safety of workers during the movement of the longitudinal beam, a grating is installed on the cutting platform, and the detection range of the grating is distributed around the perimeter of the cutting platform.

[0016] The cutting platform is also equipped with a projection stand, which holds a projector and a camera. The projector's light projection port and the camera's acquisition end are directed towards the cutting pad on the cutting platform. The projector projects corresponding patterns onto the leather, while the camera takes pictures of the cut leather. This is used in conjunction with a host computer to check whether the finished leather cutting meets the factory standards.

[0017] The cross-sectional shape of the first air clamping seat is in the shape of "匚". Brief Description of the Drawings

[0018] Figure 1 is a perspective view of the present utility model.

[0019] Figure 2 is a perspective view of the tool holder.

[0020] Figure 3 is Figure 2 a perspective view of another view.

[0021] Figure 4 is Figure 3 an enlarged schematic view of part A of

[0022] Figure 5 is a perspective view of the tool holder in the upward view state.

[0023] Figure 6 is an assembly schematic view of the longitudinal beam and the clamping mechanism.

[0024] Figure 7 is a perspective view of the clamping mechanism.

[0025] Figure 8 is Figure 7 a perspective view of another view.

[0026] Figure 9 is Figure 7 an explosion schematic view of

[0027] Figure 10 is a perspective view of the first air clamping seat. Detailed Description of the Preferred Embodiment

[0028] As Figure 1-10 shown, a cutting machine with a tool holder equipped with an inkjet function includes a cutting platform 1 and a tool holder 2 for cutting leather on the cutting platform 1. The tool holder 2 has a cutting portion 21 and a paintbrush 22. It is characterized in that the tool holder 2 is further provided with a nozzle 23 for inkjetting to spray pattern lines on the leather.

[0029] Advantages of the present utility model:

[0030] The present utility model selects to provide a nozzle 23 for inkjetting on the tool holder 2. After the paintbrush 22 finishes outlining the lines on the leather, the nozzle 23 is used to spray new pattern lines on the original lines. The effect shown by the new pattern lines is more obvious and clear. In the face of problems such as leather with a relatively rough surface where the lines are relatively blurred and unclear, it is solved by the means of increasing the identification sense through inkjetting; this clear and obvious effect is not only reflected in the color itself. After using the nozzle 23, the line width of the new pattern lines is larger than the line width of the paintbrush 22.

[0031] In addition, after using nozzle 23, new pattern lines can be sprayed onto the leather individually to meet the needs of some customers. These new lines can form new patterns.

[0032] The cutting platform 1 is equipped with a linear movement mechanism 3 that provides multiple dimensional changes. The blade holder 2 is located at the output end of the linear movement mechanism 3. In this way, there is no need to design a new linear movement mechanism 3 for the nozzle 23. This use of the existing mechanism keeps the overall structural volume within the expected range.

[0033] Specifically, a lifting cylinder 4 is provided at the output end of the linear moving mechanism 3. The lifting cylinder 4 adjusts the height of the printhead 23 individually. The printhead 23 contains multiple ink cartridges 23-a. The bottom of each ink cartridge 23-a has an ink droplet outlet 23-b. The colors in each ink cartridge 23-a are different. Adjusting the height is used to change the spacing between the ink droplets, thereby adjusting the depth of the color.

[0034] The printhead 23 is part of the inkjet equipment, which is located on the output end of the lifting cylinder 4 and directly controls the height of the entire inkjet equipment.

[0035] Inkjet equipment is existing technology, and its structure and specific principles will not be elaborated here.

[0036] Similarly, the aforementioned linear movement mechanism 3 is also existing technology, and its structure and principle will not be described in detail here.

[0037] The linear moving mechanism 3 includes a longitudinal beam 31, and a clamping mechanism 32 is provided below the longitudinal beam 31. The clamping mechanism 32 includes a pair of pneumatic clamps and a pressure block 32b. The two ends of the first pneumatic clamp 32a are connected by a meandering section 32d. Under the action of the meandering section 32d, the two ends of the first pneumatic clamp 32a are longitudinally corresponding to each other, and the two ends are divided into a first end 32a-1 and a second end 32a-2. The second pneumatic clamp 32c has a cavity with an opening facing the second end 32a-2. The second pneumatic clamp 32c is disposed on the inner wall of the first end 32a-1, and the pressure block 32b is disposed on the second end 32a-2. The cavity of the air clamp 32c is sealed, and the empty area inside the cavity is sealed. The first end 32a-1 is provided with a cylinder connector 33 that connects to the cavity. After gas is introduced, as the air pressure in the cavity rises, it pushes the pressure block 32b to move towards the second end 32a-2. In other words, the pressure block 32b and the second end 32a-2 of the first air clamp 32a form a clamping component for clamping the cutting pad. This implementation combines the cylinder and the clamping component together. The main advantage of this implementation is that its overall volume is relatively small, which can fit the narrow space between the cutting platform 1 and the longitudinal beam 31 and complete the assembly with the longitudinal beam 31.

[0038] Specifically, inside the cavity, a guiding member is further provided. The pressing block 32b is sleeved on the guiding member. When the pressure inside the cavity rises, the guiding member moves back and forth between the head and the tail to achieve the purpose of lifting. (There is a blocking portion at the end of the guiding member to prevent the pressing block 32b from falling).

[0039] The cross-sectional shape of the first air clamping seat 32a is in the shape of "匚".

[0040] During the movement of the longitudinal beam 31, in order to protect the safety of the operators, a grating is provided on the cutting platform 1, and the detection range of the grating is distributed in the surrounding area of the cutting platform 1.

[0041] On the cutting platform 1, a projection bracket 100 is further provided. The projection bracket 100 is provided with a projector 101 and a camera 102. The light projection port of the projector 101 faces the cutting pad 5 to project a corresponding pattern on the leather, and the camera 102 is used to photograph the cut leather and cooperate with the upper computer to detect whether the cut finished product of the leather meets the factory standards through the upper computer.

[0042] The above embodiments are only descriptions of the preferred embodiments of the present invention, and do not limit the scope of the present invention. Without departing from the design spirit of the present invention, various deformations and improvements made by those of ordinary skill in the art to the technical solutions of the present invention shall fall within the protection scope determined by the claims of the present invention.

Claims

1. A cutting machine with a cutter holder equipped with inkjet functionality, comprising a cutting platform and a cutter holder for cutting leather on the cutting platform, the cutter holder having a cutting section and a drawing pen, characterized in that, The tool holder is further provided with a nozzle for inkjet printing, which is used to spray pattern lines on the leather.

2. A cutting machine with a blade holder equipped with inkjet function according to claim 1, characterized in that, A linear movement mechanism for providing multiple dimensional changes is arranged on the cutting platform, and the tool holder is arranged at the output end of the above linear movement mechanism.

3. A cutting machine with a blade holder equipped with inkjet function according to claim 2, characterized in that, A lifting cylinder is arranged at the output end of the above linear movement mechanism, the output end of the lifting cylinder is connected to the nozzle, the nozzle contains a plurality of ink cartridges, and the bottom of the ink cartridge is provided with an ink droplet outlet.

4. A cutting machine with a blade holder equipped with inkjet function according to claim 2 or 3, characterized in that, The linear movement mechanism includes a longitudinal beam, and a clamping mechanism is arranged below the longitudinal beam. The clamping mechanism includes a pair of air clamping seats and a pressing block. The head and tail ends of the first air clamping seat are connected by a迂回部 (迂回部 should be translated as a specific term, but it's not clear from the context. Maybe it's a misspelling or a very specialized term. For now, I'll keep it as is). Under the action of the迂回部, the head and tail ends of the first air clamping seat are longitudinally corresponding to each other. The head and tail ends are divided into a first end and a second end. The second air clamping seat is provided with a cavity with an opening facing the second end, the second air clamping seat is arranged on the inner wall of the first end, the pressing block is arranged in the cavity of the second air clamping seat and seals the idle area in the cavity, and a cylinder joint communicating with the cavity is arranged on the first end.

5. A cutting machine with a blade holder equipped with inkjet function according to claim 4, characterized in that, The cross-sectional shape of the first air clamping seat is in the shape of "匚".

6. A cutting machine with a blade holder equipped with inkjet function according to claim 1, characterized in that, A grating is arranged on the cutting platform, and the detection range of the grating is distributed in the surrounding area of the cutting platform.

7. A cutting machine with a blade holder equipped with inkjet function according to claim 1, characterized in that, On the cutting platform, a projection bracket is further arranged, and a projector and a camera are arranged on the projection bracket. The light projection port of the projector and the acquisition end of the camera face the cutting pad on the cutting platform.