Multifunctional clamp and automatic production system

Abstract

The utility model provides a multifunctional clamp which comprises a placing table, a clamping table and a clamping device. The vacuum pick-up structure is assembled at the preset part of the placing table, the vacuum pick-up structure is provided with a plurality of pick-up end parts, and the pick-up end parts are formed on the table top, so that the pick-up end parts and the table top jointly form a working table top for limiting an object, and the working table top is used for controlling the state of adsorbing or releasing the object; the magnetic assembly is assembled at the preset part of the placing table, and the magnetic assembly enables the table top of the placing table to have magnetic attraction force through an electrifying device; based on the design of the clamp, the clamp has the practical advancement of multiple use modes of clamping metal objects or non-metal objects.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This utility model relates to a clamp, specifically a multifunctional clamp and an automated production system. Background Technology

[0002] Common machine tools, whether lathes, milling machines, grinding machines, or machining centers, all have a fixture for holding and fixing a workpiece to be processed. Besides fixtures that use mechanical force to fix the workpiece, there is another type of fixture on the market that uses magnetism to hold the workpiece in place. However, this type of fixture is only suitable for fixing magnetically conductive metal workpieces, resulting in a limited range of applications and making it difficult to meet the diverse needs of users. Therefore, its structure and function still have shortcomings in terms of flexibility and ease of use.

[0003] Therefore, in view of the problems existing in the above-mentioned fixtures, how to develop a more ideal and practical innovative structure is what users expect, and it is also the goal and direction that relevant industries must strive to achieve in research and development. Utility Model Content

[0004] Common machine tools, whether lathes, milling machines, grinding machines, or machining centers, all have a fixture for holding and fixing a workpiece to be processed. Besides fixtures that use mechanical force to fix the workpiece, there is another type of fixture on the market that uses magnetism to hold the workpiece in place. However, this type of fixture is only suitable for fixing magnetically conductive metal workpieces, resulting in a limited range of applications and making it difficult to meet the diverse needs of users. Therefore, its structure and function still have shortcomings in terms of flexibility and ease of use.

[0005] The technical features of this utility model, in terms of the fixture structure, include: a placement platform, which includes a platform; a vacuum pickup structure, assembled at a predetermined location on the placement platform, the vacuum pickup structure having multiple pickup ends formed on the platform, such that the pickup ends and the platform together form a work surface for limiting an object, used to control the state of adsorbing or releasing the object; and a magnetic component, assembled at a predetermined location on the placement platform, the magnetic component causing the platform of the placement platform to have magnetic attraction force through an energizing device.

[0006] As a further improvement of this utility model, the placement platform is defined by having a perimeter and includes a receiving groove and a magnetically conductive portion.

[0007] As a further improvement of this utility model, the vacuum pickup structure includes a guide seat, an air inlet and an air outlet, the air inlet and the air outlet are respectively arranged on the periphery of the placement platform, and the guide seat is arranged in the receiving groove of the placement platform.

[0008] As a further improvement of this utility model, the guide seat has multiple air guide columns and a gas guide channel. The air guide columns are arranged at intervals, and each air guide column and the gas guide channel communicate with each other. The end of the air guide column forms the pickup end. The air enters and exits through the air inlet and the air outlet. Through the air guide column and the gas guide channel, the pickup end of the air guide column has a structural form with the function of switching between air intake and air blowing modes.

[0009] As a further improvement of this utility model, the magnetic component includes a base with a magnetic part. The magnetic part interacts with the magnetically conductive part of the placement platform through the power supply device to generate a magnetic attraction force, making the platform magnetic.

[0010] As a further improvement of this utility model, the object is made of metal or non-metal.

[0011] This utility model also provides an automated production system, comprising:

[0012] An automatic control device;

[0013] A multi-functional clamp, comprising:

[0014] A placement platform, which includes a platform;

[0015] A vacuum pickup structure is assembled at a predetermined position on the placement platform. The vacuum pickup structure has multiple pickup ends formed on the platform surface, such that the pickup ends and the platform surface together form a work surface for limiting an object, in order to control the state of adsorbing or releasing the object.

[0016] A magnetic component is installed at a predetermined location on the placement platform. The magnetic component is powered by an energizing device to give the surface of the placement platform a magnetic attraction.

[0017] When a metal object is placed on the platform of the multi-functional clamp, the platform generates a magnetic attraction force to attract the metal object.

[0018] When a non-metallic object is placed on the platform of the multi-functional clamp, the pickup end of the vacuum pickup structure of the platform generates a vacuum to pick up the non-metallic object.

[0019] As a further improvement of this utility model, the placement platform is defined by forming a periphery and includes a receiving groove and a magnetically conductive part. The vacuum pickup structure includes a guide seat, an air inlet and an air outlet. The air inlet and air outlet are respectively arranged on the periphery of the placement platform. The guide seat is arranged in the receiving groove of the placement platform. The guide seat has multiple air guide columns and a gas guiding channel. The air guide columns are arranged at intervals, and each air guide column and the gas guiding channel communicate with each other. The end of the air guide column forms the pickup end. Through the air inlet and air outlet, the air enters and exits, and through the air guide column and the gas guiding channel, the pickup end of the air guide column has a structural form with the function of switching between suction and blowing modes.

[0020] As a further improvement of this utility model, the placement platform is defined by forming a perimeter and includes a receiving groove and a magnetic conductive part. The magnetic component includes a base with a magnetic part. The magnetic part interacts with the magnetic conductive part of the placement platform through the power supply device to generate a magnetic attraction force, making the platform surface magnetic.

[0021] Compared with the prior art, the beneficial effects of this utility model are as follows:

[0022] In use, the clamp of this utility model can generate magnetic attraction on the table surface through the magnetic component to attract metal objects; or generate vacuum suction through the pickup end of the vacuum pickup structure to attract non-metal objects. The vacuum pickup structure can also attract metal objects, giving the clamp multiple usage modes. Attached Figure Description

[0023] Figure 1 A combined perspective view of a preferred embodiment of the present invention.

[0024] Figure 2 Exploded perspective view of a preferred embodiment of the present invention

[0025] Figure 3 A cross-sectional view of the combined state of a preferred embodiment of the present invention.

[0026] Figure 4 Cross-sectional view of the gas guiding channel and through hole in a preferred embodiment of this utility model. Figure 1 .

[0027] Figure 5 Cross-sectional view of the gas guiding channel and through hole in a preferred embodiment of this utility model. Figure 2 .

[0028] Symbol explanation:

[0029] 10 placement platforms

[0030] 11 countertops

[0031] 12 weeks

[0032] 13 receiving slots

[0033] 14 Magnetic Conducting Parts

[0034] 20 Vacuum Pickup Structure

[0035] 21 Pick-up End

[0036] 22 guide seats

[0037] 221 air guide column

[0038] 222 Gas Guidance Channel

[0039] 223 grid-shaped frame

[0040] 224 air guide column assembly

[0041] 225 through hole

[0042] 23 air intakes

[0043] 24 air outlets

[0044] 30 magnetic components

[0045] 31 Power supply device

[0046] 32 bases

[0047] 33 Magnetic parts Detailed Implementation

[0048] Please refer to Figures 1 and 2 for a preferred embodiment of the multifunctional clamp of this utility model. However, these embodiments are for illustrative purposes only and are not limited to this structure in the patent application.

[0049] The multifunctional fixture of this utility model includes a placement platform 10, a vacuum pickup structure 20, and a magnetic component 30. The placement platform 10 can be a circular block or a rectangular block, etc. In this embodiment, the placement platform 10 is a rectangular block, including a platform 11, a periphery 12, a receiving groove 13, and multiple magnetically conductive parts 14. The platform 11 is defined on one surface of the placement platform 10, the periphery 12 is the side surface surrounding the platform 11, and the receiving groove 13 is a frame-shaped groove recessed in the platform 11. In this embodiment, the receiving groove 13 is a grid-shaped groove that penetrates and is recessed in the placement platform 10. Each magnetically conductive part 14 is defined in the receiving groove 13. In this embodiment, four magnetically conductive parts 14 are respectively disposed in the receiving groove 13. In use, two adjacent magnetically conductive parts 14 form magnetic lines of force to attract and place a workpiece (not shown in the figure) on the platform 11.

[0050] Please refer to the following for further information. Figures 3-5The vacuum pickup structure 20 has a partial shape corresponding to the receiving groove 13, and is a rectangular frame housed within the receiving groove 13. The vacuum pickup structure 20 has multiple pickup ends 21, a guide seat 22, an air inlet 23, and an air outlet 24. In this embodiment, a suction surface of the pickup end 21 is flatly disposed on the table surface 11, so that the pickup end 21 and the table surface 11 together form a worktable for limiting the position of an object, thereby controlling the state of adsorption or release of the object. The guide seat 22 is a rectangular frame corresponding to the shape of the receiving groove 13. In this embodiment, it is a grid-shaped frame 223 that can be placed within the receiving groove 13.

[0051] The guide seat 22 includes a grid-shaped frame 223, multiple air guide columns 221, and a gas guiding channel 222. The grid-shaped frame 223 has multiple air guide column assembly parts 224 extending vertically. The multiple air guide column assembly parts 224 are arranged at intervals to accommodate the multiple air guide columns 221. The gas guiding channel 222 is arranged around the bottom end of the grid-shaped frame 223. The grid-shaped frame 223 also has multiple through holes 225, which are interconnected with the gas guiding channel 222. Therefore, when each air guide column 221 is arranged between two air guide column assembly parts 224, each air guide column 221 can also communicate with the gas guiding channel 222. The end of the air guide column 221 forms the pickup end 21.

[0052] The air inlet 23 and the air outlet 24 are respectively arranged on the placement platform 10. In this embodiment, the air inlet 23 and the air outlet 24 are located on the periphery 12. Through the air inlet 23 and the air outlet 24, air enters and exits, and through the air guide column 221 and the gas guide channel 222, the picking end 21 of the air guide column 221 is a structure with the function of switching between inhalation and blowing modes.

[0053] The magnetic component 30 is attached to the lower surface of the placement platform 10. The magnetic component 30, through an energizing device 31, enables the platform surface 11 of the placement platform 10 to have magnetic attraction. The magnetic component 30 includes a base 32, which has a magnetic part 33. The magnetic part 33 consists of multiple blocks corresponding to the magnetic conductive part 14 on the surface of the placement platform 10. The magnetic conductive part 14 is composed of two different magnetic poles (one is an N pole and the other is a S pole). The magnetic component 30, by controlling the electrical input state, causes the magnetic part 33 and the magnetic conductive part 14 of the placement platform 10 to cooperate with each other to generate magnetic attraction, thereby placing the workpiece on it for adsorption and positioning.

[0054] Through the above structural design, the multifunctional fixture of this utility model can be combined with an automatic control device to form an automated production system. When the workpiece is a non-metallic material and is placed on the table 11 of the placement platform 10, the vacuum pickup structure 20 will generate a vacuum suction effect on the space of the air guide column 221. The workpiece of non-metallic material (especially non-ferromagnetic metal) will be adsorbed and positioned on the table 11 of the placement platform 10 by the suction of the pickup end 21. Conversely, the workpiece of non-metallic material will be released by blowing air through the pickup end 21.

[0055] When a workpiece made of metal is placed on the table surface 11 of the placement platform 10 and the power supply device 31 is powered on, the table surface 11 of the placement platform 10 generates a magnetic attraction force to attract and position the workpiece made of metal on the table surface 11 of the placement platform 10. When the power drops, the magnetic attraction force of the table surface 11 of the placement platform 10 weakens, but the vacuum pickup structure 20 of the multi-functional fixture can maintain a negative pressure so that the workpiece made of metal is still positioned on the table surface 11 of the placement platform 10.

[0056] As can be seen from the foregoing description, the multifunctional clamp disclosed in this utility model has the following enhanced functions:

[0057] 1. By incorporating gas flow channels within the magnetic fixture, the overall product application scope of the fixture is significantly expanded.

[0058] 2. The vacuum pickup structure 20 is equipped with a complete internal flow channel, which enables the vacuum pickup structure 20 not only to cooperate with electrical control to achieve the technical effect of picking up workpieces, but also to achieve the "auxiliary release" effect that existing magnetic grippers or fixtures do not have by pressurizing and blowing air.

[0059] 3. In addition to positioning metal workpieces, this utility model fixture can also position non-metal workpieces, thus making the fixture more user-friendly and significantly improving its functionality by combining multiple usage modes.

[0060] The above embodiments are used to specifically illustrate the present utility model. Although specific terms are used in the description, they should not be used to limit the patent scope of the present utility model. Those skilled in the art can make changes and modifications to the present utility model after understanding its spirit and principles to achieve equivalent purposes. Such changes and modifications should all be covered within the scope defined by the patent application as described below.

Claims

1. A multifunctional clamp characterized by, include: A placement platform, which includes a platform; A vacuum pickup structure is assembled at a predetermined position on the placement platform. The vacuum pickup structure has multiple pickup ends formed on the platform surface, such that the pickup ends and the platform surface together form a work surface for limiting an object, in order to control the state of adsorbing or releasing the object. A magnetic component is installed at a predetermined location on the placement platform. The magnetic component is powered by an energizing device to give the surface of the placement platform a magnetic attraction.

2. The multifunctional fixture of claim 1, wherein The placement platform is defined by having a perimeter and includes a receiving groove and a magnetically conductive portion.

3. The multi-functional fixture of claim 2, wherein The vacuum pickup structure includes a guide seat, an air inlet and an air outlet, the air inlet and the air outlet are respectively arranged on the periphery of the placement platform, and the guide seat is arranged in the receiving groove of the placement platform.

4. The multi-functional fixture of claim 3, wherein The guide seat has multiple air guide columns and a gas guide channel. The air guide columns are arranged at intervals, and each air guide column and the gas guide channel communicate with each other. The end of the air guide column forms the pickup end. The air enters and exits through the air inlet and the air outlet. Through the air guide column and the gas guide channel, the pickup end of the air guide column has a structural form with the function of switching between air intake and air blowing modes.

5. The multi-functional fixture of claim 2, wherein The magnetic component includes a base with a magnetic part. The magnetic part interacts with the magnetically conductive part of the placement platform through the power supply device to generate a magnetic attraction force, making the platform surface magnetic.

6. The multi-functional fixture of claim 1, wherein The object may be made of metal or non-metal.

7. An automated production system, characterized by Include: An automatic control device; A multi-functional clamp, comprising: A placement platform, which includes a platform; A vacuum pickup structure is assembled at a predetermined position on the placement platform. The vacuum pickup structure has multiple pickup ends formed on the platform surface, such that the pickup ends and the platform surface together form a work surface for limiting an object, in order to control the state of adsorbing or releasing the object. A magnetic component is installed at a predetermined location on the placement platform. The magnetic component is powered by an energizing device to give the surface of the placement platform a magnetic attraction. When a metal object is placed on the platform of the multi-functional clamp, the platform generates a magnetic attraction force to attract the metal object. When a non-metallic object is placed on the platform of the multi-functional clamp, the pickup end of the vacuum pickup structure of the platform generates a vacuum to pick up the non-metallic object.

8. The automated production system of claim 7, wherein, The placement platform is defined by a perimeter and includes a receiving groove and a magnetically conductive part. The vacuum pickup structure includes a guide seat, an air inlet and an air outlet. The air inlet and air outlet are respectively arranged on the perimeter of the placement platform. The guide seat is arranged in the receiving groove of the placement platform. The guide seat has multiple air guide columns and a gas guiding channel. The air guide columns are arranged at intervals and each air guide column and the gas guiding channel communicate with each other. The end of the air guide column forms the pickup end. Through the air inlet and air outlet, the air enters and exits through the air guide column and the gas guiding channel, so that the pickup end of the air guide column has a structural form with the function of switching between suction and blowing modes.

9. The automated production system of claim 7, wherein, The placement platform is defined by a perimeter and includes a receiving groove and a magnetic part. The magnetic component includes a base with a magnetic part. The magnetic part interacts with the magnetic part of the placement platform through the power supply device to generate a magnetic attraction force, making the platform surface magnetic.

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