Machine tool detection device
By designing a machine tool testing device, and using connectors and testing circuits to simulate the key signal interfaces of multi-bar automatic feeders, the problem of long testing time for machine tools to interface with multi-bar automatic feeders was solved. This enabled the machine tools to be compatible with all types of multi-bar automatic feeders from the factory, improving the intuitiveness and efficiency of the testing.
Patent Information
- Authority / Receiving Office
- CN · China
- Patent Type
- Utility models(China)
- Current Assignee / Owner
- NINGJIANG MASCH TOOL GRP CO LTD
- Filing Date
- 2025-07-08
- Publication Date
- 2026-06-19
AI Technical Summary
In existing technologies, when machine tools are connected to multi-bar automatic feeders, the testing is time-consuming and not intuitive, leading to on-site rework and a decrease in customer trust.
Design a machine tool testing device that connects to the machine tool via a connector. It uses a digital voltmeter, indicator lights, and testing buttons to simulate the key signal interfaces of a multi-bar automatic feeder, enabling rapid and intuitive testing.
This technology enables machine tools to be compatible with all types of multi-bar automatic feeders from the factory, reducing testing time, improving the intuitiveness and efficiency of inspection, and avoiding on-site rework.
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Abstract
Description
Technical Field
[0001] This utility model relates to the field of machine tool technology, and in particular to a machine tool testing device. Background Technology
[0002] In the field of CNC machine tool manufacturing, ensuring seamless, plug-and-play, stable, and reliable integration of machine tools with various multi-bar automatic feeders selected by users after leaving the factory is a crucial step in guaranteeing end-user production efficiency and satisfaction. Machine tool manufacturers conduct on-site debugging of the actual multi-bar automatic feeder integration. If problems such as mismatched power specifications, inconsistent control signal interface protocols, or abnormal PLC logic interaction are discovered, it will lead to costly on-site rework, project delays, and a decline in customer trust. During integration debugging, a multimeter is used to measure the 380V / 220V power supply and 5 input signals, and 4 output analog signals are shorted with wires.
[0003] However, the existing method has the following problems: repeatedly switching multimeter settings and manually shorting wires leads to long testing times, and the signal status is not intuitive. Utility Model Content
[0004] The purpose of this invention is to overcome the shortcomings of existing technologies that require repeated switching of multimeters, resulting in time-consuming and unintuitive testing, and to provide a machine tool testing device.
[0005] The objective of this utility model is achieved through the following technical solution:
[0006] This utility model provides a machine tool testing device, including a connector for connecting to a machine tool and a testing circuit connected to the connector;
[0007] The connector has at least 16 pins, wherein the fifth pin, the ninth pin, and the eighth pin are electrically connected.
[0008] The detection circuit includes a first digital voltmeter connected between the first and second pins, a second digital voltmeter connected between the first and third pins, a third digital voltmeter connected between the second and third pins, a first detection button connected between the ninth and fifteenth pins, a second detection button connected between the ninth and sixteenth pins, a third detection button connected between the ninth and seventh pins, a fourth detection button connected between the ninth and sixth pins, a first indicator light connected between the fourth and tenth pins, a second indicator light connected between the fourth and eleventh pins, a third indicator light connected between the fourth and twelfth pins, a fourth indicator light connected between the fourth and thirteenth pins, and a fifth indicator light connected between the fourth and fourteenth pins.
[0009] This utility model has the following advantages:
[0010] The testing device using this solution connects directly to the machine tool via a connector, simulating the testing of all key signal interfaces of various multi-bar automatic feeders. This ensures that the machine tool is compatible with all types of multi-bar automatic feeders from the factory, avoiding the time-consuming testing caused by performing compatibility testing on various multi-bar automatic feeders at the factory. Attached Figure Description
[0011] To more clearly illustrate the technical solutions in the embodiments of the present invention or the prior art, the drawings used in the description of the embodiments or the prior art will be briefly introduced below. Obviously, the drawings described below are only some embodiments of the present invention. For those skilled in the art, other drawings can be obtained based on these drawings without creative effort.
[0012] Figure 1 This is the circuit schematic diagram of this utility model. Detailed Implementation
[0013] To make the objectives, technical solutions, and advantages of the embodiments of this utility model clearer, the technical solutions of the embodiments of this utility model will be clearly and completely described below with reference to the accompanying drawings. Obviously, the described embodiments are only some embodiments of this utility model, not all embodiments. The components of the embodiments of this utility model described and shown in the accompanying drawings can typically be arranged and designed in various different configurations.
[0014] Therefore, the following detailed description of the embodiments of the present invention provided in the accompanying drawings is not intended to limit the scope of the claimed invention, but merely to illustrate selected embodiments of the invention. All other embodiments obtained by those skilled in the art based on the embodiments of the present invention without inventive effort are within the scope of protection of the present invention.
[0015] It should be noted that, where there is no conflict, the embodiments and features in the embodiments of this utility model can be combined with each other.
[0016] It should be noted that similar labels and letters in the following figures indicate similar items. Therefore, once an item is defined in one figure, it does not need to be further defined and explained in subsequent figures.
[0017] In the description of this utility model, it should be noted that the terms "center," "upper," "lower," "left," "right," "vertical," "horizontal," "inner," and "outer," etc., indicate the orientation or positional relationship based on the orientation or positional relationship shown in the accompanying drawings, or the orientation or positional relationship commonly used when the product of this utility model is in use, or the orientation or positional relationship commonly understood by those skilled in the art. They are only used for the convenience of describing this utility model and simplifying the description, and do not indicate or imply that the device or element referred to must have a specific orientation, or be constructed and operated in a specific orientation. Therefore, they should not be construed as limitations on this utility model. In addition, the terms "first," "second," etc., are only used to distinguish descriptions and should not be construed as indicating or implying relative importance.
[0018] In the description of this utility model, it should also be noted that, unless otherwise explicitly specified and limited, the terms "set," "install," "connect," and "link" should be interpreted broadly. For example, they can refer to a fixed connection, a detachable connection, or an integral connection; they can refer to a mechanical connection or an electrical connection; they can refer to a direct connection or an indirect connection through an intermediate medium; and they can refer to the internal connection of two components. Those skilled in the art can understand the specific meaning of the above terms in this utility model based on the specific circumstances.
[0019] like Figure 1 As shown, this utility model discloses a machine tool testing device, including a connector for connecting to a machine tool and a testing circuit connected to the connector. The connector has at least 16 pins, namely pins I1, I2, I3, ..., I16, wherein the fifth pin, the ninth pin, and the eighth pin are electrically connected. The detection circuit includes a first digital voltmeter PV1 connected between the first and second pins, a second digital voltmeter PV2 connected between the second and third pins, a third digital voltmeter PV3 connected between the first and third pins, a first detection button SB1 connected between the fifth and fifteenth pins, a second detection button SB2 connected between the fifth and sixteenth pins, a third detection button SB3 connected between the fifth and seventh pins, a fourth detection button SB4 connected between the fifth and sixth pins, a first indicator light L1 connected between the fourth and tenth pins, a second indicator light L2 connected between the fourth and eleventh pins, a third indicator light L3 connected between the fourth and twelfth pins, a fourth indicator light L4 connected between the fourth and thirteenth pins, and a fifth indicator light L5 connected between the fourth and fourteenth pins.
[0020] Using the aforementioned machine tool testing device, during testing, the connector is directly plugged into the machine tool's interface, which is the interface connected to the multi-bar automatic feeder. After the testing device's connector and the machine tool interface are connected, their connection relationship is as follows: Figure 1 As shown. The detection principle is as follows:
[0021] Power supply section detection principle:
[0022] Turn on the machine tool power. The first digital display voltmeter PV1, the second digital display voltmeter PV2, and the third digital display voltmeter PV3 will display the three-phase voltage values of the power supply (R, S, T) respectively. If the voltage values displayed by the three digital display voltmeters are not the target voltage, turn off the machine tool power and check the wiring. If the voltage values displayed by the three digital display voltmeters are not the same, it means that a phase is missing, and the wiring also needs to be checked.
[0023] The input terminal, i.e., the signal checking principle of the automatic bar feeder for machine tools, is as follows:
[0024] The first indicator light L1, the second indicator light L2, the third indicator light L3, the fourth indicator light L4, and the fifth indicator light L5 represent five signals: machine tool emergency stop, chuck open, material change allowed, manual mode, and thrust pause, respectively.
[0025] 1. Machine tool side action - chuck opening, second indicator light L2 illuminates; machine tool side action - chuck closing, second indicator light L2 goes out. This indicates a normal signal and correct wiring. Otherwise, it's abnormal; check the PLC program and wiring.
[0026] 2. Machine tool side action - Execute M90 code, the third indicator light L3 will light up. Press the third detection button SB3, and the third indicator light L3 will turn off, indicating a normal signal and correct wiring. Otherwise, it is abnormal, check the PLC program and wiring.
[0027] 3. Machine tool side action - switch to manual mode, the fourth indicator light L4 will light up; machine tool side action - switch to non-manual mode, the fourth indicator light L4 will turn off, indicating a normal signal and correct wiring. Otherwise, it is abnormal, check the PLC program and wiring.
[0028] 4. Machine tool side action - executing M88 code, the fifth indicator light L5 will light up; machine tool side action - executing M89 code, the fifth indicator light L5 will turn off. This indicates a normal signal and correct wiring. Otherwise, it is abnormal; check the PLC program and wiring.
[0029] 5. Machine-side action - Press the emergency stop button, the first indicator light L1 will light up; Machine-side action - Reset the emergency stop button, the first indicator light L1 will turn off, indicating a normal signal and correct wiring. Otherwise, it is abnormal, check the socket wiring.
[0030] The principle of signal checking at the output end of the multi-bar automatic feeder to the machine tool:
[0031] The detection device has four buttons: the first detection button SB1, the second detection button SB2, the third detection button SB3, and the fourth detection button SB4, which represent four signals: material shortage, material machine alarm, material change completed, and material machine automatic mode, respectively.
[0032] 1. Material shortage signal check
[0033] Testing device side operation: Briefly press the first testing button SB1 and check that the machine tool's BDT indicator light remains constantly on. Press the first testing button SB1 again; if the machine tool's BDT indicator light goes out, the signal is normal and the wiring is correct. Otherwise, it is abnormal, and the PLC program and wiring should be checked.
[0034] 2. Check the alarm signal of the feeder.
[0035] Detection device operation: Press and hold the second detection button SB2. The machine tool CNC display will show a "Material Machine Abnormal Alarm" screen. The machine tool cannot reset the alarm at this time. Release the second detection button SB2 and then press the reset button on the machine tool CNC display. The "Material Machine Abnormal Alarm" will be cleared, indicating a normal signal and correct wiring. Otherwise, if an abnormality occurs, check the PLC program and wiring.
[0036] 3. Check the material change completion signal.
[0037] Machine tool side action: Executing code M90 will illuminate the third indicator light L3. Pressing the second detection button SB2 will extinguish the third indicator light L3, indicating a normal signal and correct wiring. Otherwise, an abnormality exists, and the PLC program and wiring should be checked.
[0038] 4. Automatic signal check of the feeder
[0039] Detection device operation: Press and hold the fourth detection button SB4. The machine tool CNC display will show a "Material feeder in non-automatic mode alarm" message. The machine tool cannot reset this alarm at this time. Release the fourth detection button SB4 and then press the reset button on the machine tool CNC display. The "Material feeder in non-automatic mode alarm" will be cleared, indicating a normal signal and correct wiring. Otherwise, if an abnormality occurs, check the PLC program and wiring.
[0040] Using the above method, all critical signal interfaces of the machine tool can be tested, ensuring that the machine tool is compatible with all types of multi-bar automatic feeders from the factory. If only testing of all critical signal interfaces of the machine tool is required, only 16 pins are needed on the connector.
[0041] To facilitate operation and enable protection of the detection circuit, the detection device also includes an insulating junction box. The first digital display voltmeter, the second digital display voltmeter, the third digital display voltmeter, the first detection button, the second detection button, the third detection button, the fourth detection button, the first indicator light, the second indicator light, the third indicator light, the fourth indicator light, and the fifth indicator light are all located on the insulating junction box.
[0042] To facilitate observation during the testing process, the first, second, and third digital voltmeters are arranged sequentially and in the same row; the first, second, third, and fourth test buttons are arranged sequentially and in the same row; and the first, second, third, fourth, and fifth indicator lights are arranged sequentially.
[0043] For ease of operation, information prompts are provided on the insulated junction box corresponding to the first, second, third, and fourth detection buttons, as well as the first, second, third, fourth, and fifth indicator lights. For example, the prompt message "Chuck Open Indicator" can be set on the first indicator light L1, "Chuck Open Indicator" on the second indicator light L2, "M90 Material Change Indicator" on the third indicator light L3, "Machine Tool Manual Indicator" on the fourth indicator light L4, and "Machine Tool Emergency Stop Indicator" on the fifth indicator light L5.
[0044] Although the present invention has been described in detail with reference to the foregoing embodiments, those skilled in the art can still modify the technical solutions described in the foregoing embodiments or make equivalent substitutions for some of the technical features. Any modifications, equivalent substitutions, improvements, etc., made within the spirit and principles of the present invention should be included within the protection scope of the present invention.
Claims
1. A machine tool detection device, characterized by, Includes a connector for connecting to a machine tool and a detection circuit connected to the connector; The connector has at least 16 pins, wherein the fifth pin, the ninth pin, and the eighth pin are electrically connected. The detection circuit includes a first digital voltmeter connected between the first and second pins, a second digital voltmeter connected between the second and third pins, a third digital voltmeter connected between the first and third pins, a first detection button connected between the ninth and fifteenth pins, a second detection button connected between the ninth and sixteenth pins, a third detection button connected between the ninth and seventh pins, a fourth detection button connected between the ninth and sixth pins, a first indicator light connected between the fourth and tenth pins, a second indicator light connected between the fourth and eleventh pins, a third indicator light connected between the fourth and twelfth pins, a fourth indicator light connected between the fourth and thirteenth pins, and a fifth indicator light connected between the fourth and fourteenth pins.
2. A machine tool detection device according to claim 1, characterised in that: It also includes an insulated junction box, on which the first digital display voltmeter, the second digital display voltmeter, the third digital display voltmeter, the first detection button, the second detection button, the third detection button, the fourth detection button, the first indicator light, the second indicator light, the third indicator light, the fourth indicator light, and the fifth indicator light are all mounted.
3. The machine tool testing device according to claim 2, characterized in that: The first digital voltmeter, the second digital voltmeter, and the third digital voltmeter are arranged sequentially and in the same row; The first detection button, the second detection button, the third detection button, and the fourth detection button are arranged sequentially and in the same row; the first indicator light, the second indicator light, the third indicator light, the fourth indicator light, and the fifth indicator light are arranged sequentially.
4. The machine tool testing device according to claim 2, characterized in that: The insulating junction box is equipped with information prompts at the corresponding positions of the first detection button, the second detection button, the third detection button, the fourth detection button, the first indicator light, the second indicator light, the third indicator light, the fourth indicator light, and the fifth indicator light.