A tool holder for a horizontal machining center
By designing a horizontal machining center tool holder with rotating and locking components, the risk of tool detachment during high-speed rotation is eliminated, achieving efficient and safe tool management and improving the operating efficiency and safety of the machining center.
Patent Information
- Authority / Receiving Office
- CN · China
- Patent Type
- Utility models(China)
- Current Assignee / Owner
- 常州德匠数控科技有限公司
- Filing Date
- 2025-07-01
- Publication Date
- 2026-06-30
AI Technical Summary
The tool holder of existing horizontal machining centers may cause the tool to fall off due to centrifugal force when rotating at high speed, posing a safety hazard.
A horizontal machining center tool holder comprising a rotating component, a clamping component, and a locking component was designed. The throttle drives the downward pressure column to move, and the sliding path of the limit column in the arc-shaped slide groove enables manual mechanical locking and releasing. The clamping component provides a rebound force through a No. 1 spring, and the limit column and slide groove work together to guide and prevent dislodgement, avoiding cumbersome operations and improving operating efficiency and safety.
It reduces tool change time, improves the operating efficiency of machining centers, ensures safe tool clamping, prevents loosening due to external force or vibration, and improves operational safety.
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Abstract
Description
Technical Field
[0001] This utility model relates to the field of horizontal machining, and more particularly to a tool holder for a horizontal machining center. Background Technology
[0002] In the modern machining industry, horizontal machining centers are widely used due to their high efficiency, high precision, and ability to perform multi-face machining of complex workpieces. One of the core components of this type of equipment is the tool management system, in which the tool holder, as an important component for storing, replacing, and managing various tools, plays a key role in ensuring machining efficiency and quality.
[0003] As disclosed in the utility model patent application CN219787551U, a rotary tool magazine for machining centers and a horizontal machining center include a support, a rotary drive mechanism mounted on the support, and an arc-shaped turntable fixedly connected to the power output part of the rotary drive mechanism. The arc-shaped turntable has multiple through holes arranged at intervals along the circumference. A tool holder for coaxial and detachable installation of a tool is provided in the through holes. The tool holder has an inner cavity that is coaxial with and communicates with the through holes and allows the main body of the tool to extend out. A tool setter is provided on the arc-shaped turntable. The tool setter and the tool holder are located on the same side of the arc-shaped turntable. The central tool setting axis of the tool setter and the central axis of the tool holder are arranged on the same circumference.
[0004] Although the above-mentioned device uses multiple magnetically attached components arranged at intervals along the circumference to fix and install the cutting tool, the centrifugal force generated when the turntable rotates at high speed may cause the cutting tool to fall off.
[0005] Therefore, it is necessary to provide a new horizontal machining center tool holder to solve the above-mentioned technical problems. Utility Model Content
[0006] To solve the above-mentioned technical problems, this utility model provides a horizontal machining center tool holder.
[0007] The horizontal machining center tool holder provided by this utility model includes a bracket, a rotating assembly fixedly connected to one side of the bracket, a fixed base fixedly connected to one side of the rotating assembly, a clamping assembly provided on the top of the fixed base, and a locking assembly fixedly connected to the top of the clamping assembly. The locking assembly includes a throttle, a mounting column, a pressing column, a second spring, and a limiting column. The top of the clamping assembly is fixedly connected to the bottom of the mounting column. The inner wall of the mounting column is slidably connected to the outer wall of the pressing column. The top of the pressing column is fixedly connected to the bottom of the throttle. An arc-shaped groove is formed on the outer wall of the mounting column. One end of the limiting column is fixedly connected to the outer wall of the pressing column. The other end of the limiting column penetrates through the outer wall of the mounting column. The outer wall of the limiting column is slidably connected to the inner wall of the arc-shaped groove. A limiting hole is formed on the outer wall of the clamping assembly. The limiting hole penetrates to the top of the fixed base. The bottom outer wall of the pressing column is slidably connected to the outer wall of the limiting hole. The bottom of the mounting column is fixedly connected to the top of the second spring. The inner wall of the second spring is fixedly connected to the outer wall of the pressing column.
[0008] Preferably, the rotating assembly includes a rotary motor and an arc-shaped turntable. One side of the bracket is fixedly connected to one end of the rotary motor, and the output end of the rotary motor is fixedly connected to one side of the arc-shaped turntable. The arc-shaped turntable includes a rotating disk, and one side of the rotating disk is fixedly connected to a mounting flange. One side of the mounting flange is fixedly connected to the output end of the rotary motor.
[0009] Preferably, the rotating disk is provided with a plurality of through holes arranged at intervals along the circumference. A tool holder for coaxial and detachable installation of the tool is provided in the through holes. The tool holder has an inner cavity that is coaxial with and communicates with the through holes and allows the main body of the tool to extend out. A tool setting device is provided on the rotating disk. The tool setting device and the tool shank are located on the same side of the rotating disk. The central tool setting axis of the tool setting device and the central axis of the tool holder are arranged on the same circumference.
[0010] Preferably, the clamping assembly includes a sliding rod, a limiting rod, a placement platform, a sliding groove, a first spring, a clamping plate, and a slider. The bottom of the inner wall of the fixed base is fixedly connected to the outer wall of the placement platform. The inner wall of the placement platform has a sliding groove. One end of the inner wall of the sliding groove is fixedly connected to one end of the first spring. The other end of the first spring is fixedly connected to one side of the bottom of the slider. The bottom outer wall of the slider is slidably connected to the inner wall of the sliding groove. The top of the slider is fixedly connected to the bottom of the clamping plate. One end of the outer wall of the clamping plate is slidably connected to one end of the limiting rod. The top of the limiting rod is fixedly connected to the bottom of the sliding rod. The bottom of the sliding rod is rotatably connected to the inner wall of the rotating groove opened at the top of the fixed base. The top of the sliding rod has a limiting hole. The top of the sliding rod is fixedly connected to the bottom of the mounting post. The mounting post is located at the top of the limiting hole. Multiple sliding rods, limiting rods, placement platforms, sliding grooves, first springs, clamping plates, and sliders are circumferentially spaced on the inner wall of the fixed base.
[0011] Preferably, the bracket is provided with a protective cover, and the protective cover has a clearance opening on one side facing the bracket for the power output part of the rotating assembly to extend into. A clearance gap is reserved between the outer peripheral wall of the rotating disk and the inner wall of the protective cover. The protective cover has a window on its periphery. Under the drive of the rotating motor, the rotating disk can be completely housed in the protective cover, or it can be partially exposed outside the protective cover through the window.
[0012] Preferably, a baffle is installed on the rotating disk, the length of which is less than the diameter of the rotating disk. When the rotating disk is completely housed within the protective cover, the baffle is used to block the window. A photoelectric sensor is provided on the inner wall of the protective cover, and a touch plate for triggering the photoelectric sensor is provided on the rotating disk.
[0013] Compared with related technologies, the horizontal machining center tool holder provided by this utility model has the following beneficial effects: by driving the downward pressure column to move through the throttle, and cooperating with the sliding path of the limiting column in the arc-shaped slide groove, manual mechanical locking and releasing of the clamping components can be achieved; the limiting column slides and positions itself in the arc-shaped slide groove, and combined with the rebound force provided by the No. 2 spring, the clamping state has a certain self-locking capability; it avoids the cumbersome operation caused by traditional screw fastening, reduces tool changing time, and improves the overall operating efficiency of the machining center. At the same time, the limiting column and the slide groove work together to guide and prevent dislodgement, further ensuring operational safety. Attached Figure Description
[0014] Figure 1 A schematic diagram of a preferred embodiment of the horizontal machining center tool holder provided by this utility model;
[0015] Figure 2 for Figure 1 The diagram shows the structure of the rotating disk.
[0016] Figure 3 for Figure 1 The diagram shows the structure of the fixing base;
[0017] Figure 4 for Figure 1 The diagram shows the structure of the fixing component.
[0018] Figure 5 for Figure 1 The diagram shows the structure of the clamping assembly.
[0019] Figure 6 for Figure 1 The diagram shows the structure of the locking component.
[0020] The following are labeled in the diagram: 1. Bracket; 2. Rotary motor; 3. Baffle; 4. Protective cover; 5. Rotating disc; 6. Fixed base; 7. Sliding rod; 8. Limiting rod; 9. Placement platform; 10. Slide groove; 11. Spring No. 1; 12. Clamping plate; 13. Slider; 14. Turning handle; 15. Mounting post; 16. Pressing post; 17. Spring No. 2; 18. Limiting post. Detailed Implementation
[0021] The present invention will be further described below with reference to the accompanying drawings and embodiments.
[0022] Please refer to the following: Figure 1 , Figure 2 , Figure 3 , Figure 4 , Figure 5 as well as Figure 6 ,in, Figure 1 A schematic diagram of a preferred embodiment of the horizontal machining center tool holder provided by this utility model; Figure 2 for Figure 1 The diagram shows the structure of the rotating disk. Figure 3 for Figure 1 The diagram shows the structure of the fixing base; Figure 4 for Figure 1 The diagram shows the structure of the fixing component. Figure 5 for Figure 1 The diagram shows the structure of the clamping assembly. Figure 6 for Figure 1 The diagram shows the structure of the locking component.
[0023] In the specific implementation process, such as Figure 1-2As shown, this utility model provides a horizontal machining center tool holder including a support 1. A rotating component is fixedly connected to one side of the support 1, and a fixed seat 6 is fixedly connected to one side of the rotating component. A clamping component is provided on the top of the fixed seat 6, and a locking component is fixedly connected to the top of the clamping component. The rotating component includes a rotary motor 2 and an arc-shaped turntable. One side of the support 1 is fixedly connected to one end of the rotary motor 2, and the output end of the rotary motor 2 is fixedly connected to one side of the arc-shaped turntable. The arc-shaped turntable includes a rotating disk 5. A mounting flange is fixedly connected to one side of the rotating disk 5, and the mounting flange is fixedly connected to the output end of the rotary motor 2. The rotating disk 5 has multiple through holes arranged circumferentially. A tool fixing seat 6 for coaxial and detachable installation of tools is provided in the through holes. The tool fixing seat 6 has an inner diameter that is coaxial with and communicates with the through holes and allows the main body of the tool to extend out. The rotating disk 5 is equipped with a tool setter, which is located on the same side of the rotating disk 5 as the tool holder. The central tool setting axis of the tool setter and the central axis of the tool fixing seat 6 are arranged on the same circumference. The support 1 is equipped with a protective cover 4. The protective cover 4 has a clearance opening on the side facing the support 1 for the power output part of the rotating component to extend into. A clearance gap is reserved between the outer peripheral wall of the rotating disk 5 and the inner wall of the protective cover 4. The protective cover 4 has windows on its periphery. Under the drive of the rotating motor 2, the rotating disk 5 can be completely stored in the protective cover 4 or partially exposed outside the protective cover 4 through the windows. A baffle 3 is installed on the rotating disk 5. The length of the baffle 3 is less than the diameter of the rotating disk 5. When the rotating disk 5 is completely stored in the protective cover 4, the baffle 3 is used to block the windows. A photoelectric sensor is provided on the inner wall of the protective cover 4. A touch plate for triggering the photoelectric sensor is provided on the rotating disk 5.
[0024] It should be noted that the above-mentioned horizontal machining center tool holder (support 1, rotary motor 2, baffle 3, protective cover 4, rotating disk 5, and fixed base 6) is a rotary tool magazine and horizontal machining center (support, rotary motor 2, baffle, protective cover, arc-shaped turntable, and fixed base) disclosed in the prior art with CN219787551U. In this device, when changing tools, the arc-shaped turntable rotates at a set angle under the drive of the rotary motor 2, so that the empty tool holder is coaxially aligned with the electric spindle module. The electric spindle module moves closer to the tool holder along the Z-axis direction. The main body of the tool passes through the inner cavity of the tool holder, and the end face of the tool holder is attracted to the magnetic suction component. At this time, the electric spindle module is used to fix the tool clamping workpiece release tool. The electric spindle module moves away from the tool holder. Under the magnetic force of the magnetic suction component, the tool is transferred from the electric spindle module to the tool holder. Subsequently, the arc-shaped turntable rotates again by a set angle under the drive of rotary motor 2, aligning the tool holder with the electric spindle module coaxially. The electric spindle module moves closer to the tool holder along the Z-axis, and the tool shank enters the workpiece clamping compartment of the electric spindle module. The workpiece clamps the tool, and the electric spindle module moves away from the tool holder, overcoming the magnetic force of the magnetic attraction component, thus transferring the tool from the tool holder to the electric spindle module. After the tool change, tool setting begins. The arc-shaped turntable rotates by a set angle under the drive of rotary motor 2, aligning the tool setting device... The central tool setting axis is aligned coaxially with the electric spindle module after tool replacement, and tool setting begins. After tool setting is completed, the arc-shaped turntable returns to the zero position under the drive of the rotary motor 2, and the arc-shaped turntable is completely stored in the protective cover, providing clearance for the subsequent normal operation of the electric spindle module. The working principle and operation mode of each mechanism in this device are the same as those of a rotary tool magazine for machining center and a horizontal machining center disclosed herein, which allows the fixed seat and tool on the arc-shaped turntable to be accurately aligned and installed through the output end of the rotary motor 2.
[0025] In the specific implementation process, refer to Figure 3-6As shown, this utility model provides a horizontal machining center tool holder. The clamping assembly includes a sliding rod 7, a limiting rod 8, a placement platform 9, a slide groove 10, a first spring 11, a clamping plate 12, and a slider 13. The bottom of the inner wall of the fixed base 6 is fixedly connected to the outer wall of the placement platform 9. The inner wall of the placement platform 9 has a slide groove 10. One end of the inner wall of the slide groove 10 is fixedly connected to one end of the first spring 11, and the other end of the first spring 11 is fixedly connected to one side of the bottom of the slider 13. The bottom outer wall of the slider 13 is slidably connected to the inner wall of the slide groove 10. The top of 13 is fixedly connected to the bottom of the clamping plate 12. The outer wall of one end of the clamping plate 12 is slidably connected to one end of the limiting rod 8. The top of the limiting rod 8 is fixedly connected to the bottom of the sliding rod 7. The bottom of the sliding rod 7 is rotatably connected to the inner wall of the rotating groove opened at the top of the fixed seat 6. The top of the sliding rod 7 is fixedly connected to the bottom of the mounting column 15. The mounting column 15 is located at the top of the limiting hole. Multiple sliding rods 7, limiting rods 8, placement platform 9, sliding groove 10, spring 11, clamping plate 12 and slider 13 are equidistantly arranged on the inner wall of the fixed seat 6.
[0026] The locking assembly includes a throttle 14, a mounting post 15, a pressing post 16, a second spring 17, and a limiting post 18. The top of the sliding rod 7 is fixedly connected to the bottom of the mounting post 15. The inner wall of the mounting post 15 is slidably connected to the outer wall of the pressing post 16. The top of the pressing post 16 is fixedly connected to the bottom of the throttle 14. An arc-shaped groove is provided on the outer wall of the mounting post 15. One end of the limiting post 18 is fixedly connected to the outer wall of the pressing post 16. The other end of the limiting post 18 passes through the outer wall of the mounting post 15. The outer wall of the limiting post 18 is slidably connected to the inner wall of the arc-shaped groove. A limiting hole is provided at the top of the sliding rod 7. The limiting hole passes through to the top of the fixed seat 6. The bottom outer wall of the pressing post 16 is slidably connected to the outer wall of the limiting hole. The bottom of the mounting post 15 is fixedly connected to the top of the second spring 17. The inner wall of the second spring 17 is fixedly connected to the outer wall of the pressing post 16.
[0027] It should be noted that multiple clamping components are circumferentially distributed on the inner wall of the fixed base 6. When the sliding rod 7 moves circumferentially, it drives the limiting rod 8 to push the clamping plate 12 to slide centripetally along the slide groove 10. Under the action of the first spring 11, the clamping plate 12 has a tendency to return to its original position outward. The tool is clamped between multiple clamping plates 12, forming a uniform clamping force. The throttle 14 is connected to the pressing column 16. By rotating, it can be inserted into or withdrawn from the limiting hole. The pressing column 16 moves downward to restore the return force of the second spring 17. The limiting column 18 slides in the arc-shaped slide groove to realize the switching of the locking position. When the limiting column 18 rotates to the maximum position of the arc-shaped slide groove, the locking position is adjusted accordingly. When the device is at its lowest position, it engages with the limiting hole to lock. Reversing the operation unlocks the device and releases the clamp. The locking component controls the locking and releasing of the clamping state by rotating the handle 14. It has a self-locking function to prevent the clamp from loosening during operation. The sliding rod 7 is both part of the clamping component and the load-bearing structure of the locking component. Rotating the handle 14 locks the device. Rotating the sliding rod 7 causes the limiting rod 8 to press the clamping plate 12 and the first spring 11 to retract towards the inner wall to achieve clamping. Conversely, rotating the sliding rod releases the clamp. The contact surface between the clamping plate 12 and the limiting rod 8 is inclined, and the contact surface between the clamping plate 12 and the fixture is arc-shaped.
[0028] The working principle of this utility model is as follows: Multiple clamping components are circumferentially and equidistantly arranged on the inner wall of the fixed base 6. Each clamping component includes a sliding rod 7, a limiting rod 8, a placement platform 9, a sliding groove 10, a first spring 11, a clamping plate 12, and a slider 13. All clamping plates 12 are in an outwardly open state under the action of the first spring 11, the throttle 14 is in the initial position, the limiting post 18 is not inserted into the limiting hole, and the clamping component is in a released state. The tool to be clamped is placed stably in the center of the placement platform 9. At this time, the clamping plate 12 is in a loose state, which facilitates the insertion of the tool. The tool should be located in the clamping space formed between the multiple clamping plates 12. The sliding rod 7 rotates along the outer wall of the fixed base 6. The sliding rod 7 drives the limiting rod 8 to rotate. The limiting rod 8 pushes the clamping plate 12 to slide inward. The clamping plate 12 slides in the sliding groove 10 through the slider 13. When spring 11 is compressed, multiple clamping plates 12 move synchronously towards the center, stably clamping the tool. The tool is evenly clamped between the clamping plates 12. Rotating the handle 14 downwards causes the downward pressing column 16 connected to it to move together. The limiting column 18 moves downwards with the downward pressing column 16 and slides along the arc-shaped groove to the lowest point, so that the downward pressing column 16 is engaged in the limiting hole. After releasing the pressure from the hand, spring 17 pushes the downward pressing column 16 to return to its original position, so that the downward pressing column 16 is always located in the inner wall of the limiting hole. Reverse operation: rotating the handle 14 causes the downward pressing column 16 to disengage from the limiting hole. The sliding rod 7 rotates in the opposite direction, and the limiting rod 8 provides space for the clamping plate 12 to return to its original position. Spring 11 pushes the slider 13 and the clamping plate 12 back to their initial position. The clamping plate 12 is completely released, and the tool can be easily removed, completing one clamping cycle.
[0029] This horizontal machining center tool holder has the following advantages: Automatic reset of the clamping plate 12 is achieved using spring 11, reducing manual intervention; the insertion and release of the clamping state is achieved by controlling the insertion and release of the pressure column 16 through the throttle 14, making operation simple and intuitive; multiple clamping components are equidistantly arranged on the inner circumference of the fixed base 6, ensuring that the clamping force is evenly distributed around the tool; all clamping plates 12 are linked by the sliding rod 7 and the limit rod 8 to achieve synchronous centripetal or centrifugal movement, effectively preventing tool displacement or damage due to uneven clamping; during clamping, mechanical locking is achieved by inserting the pressure column 16 into the limit hole, ensuring that the clamping state will not be accidentally released due to external force or vibration; spring reset ensures that even if power is lost or power fails, the clamping components can maintain a certain clamping force, improving safety.
[0030] The circuits and controls involved in this utility model are all existing technologies, and will not be described in detail here.
[0031] The above description is merely an embodiment of this utility model and does not limit the patent scope of this utility model. Any equivalent structural or procedural transformations made based on the content of this utility model specification and drawings, or direct or indirect applications in other related technical fields, are similarly included within the patent protection scope of this utility model.
Claims
1. A horizontal machining center tool holder, comprising a support (1), one side of the support (1) is fixedly connected with a rotating assembly, one side of the rotating assembly is fixedly connected with a fixed seat (6), the top of the fixed seat (6) is provided with a clamping assembly, the top of the clamping assembly is fixedly connected with a locking assembly, characterized in that, The locking assembly includes a throttle (14), a mounting post (15), a pressing post (16), a second spring (17), and a limiting post (18). The top of the clamping assembly is fixedly connected to the bottom of the mounting post (15). The inner wall of the mounting post (15) is slidably connected to the outer wall of the pressing post (16). The top of the pressing post (16) is fixedly connected to the bottom of the throttle (14). The outer wall of the mounting post (15) has an arc-shaped groove. The outer wall of the pressing post (16) is fixedly connected to the limiting post (18). One end of the limiting post (18) penetrates the outer wall of the mounting post (15). The outer wall of the limiting post (18) is slidably connected to the inner wall of the arc-shaped groove. The outer wall of the clamping assembly is provided with a limiting hole. The limiting hole penetrates to the top of the fixing seat (6). The bottom outer wall of the pressing post (16) is slidably connected to the outer wall of the limiting hole. The bottom of the mounting post (15) is fixedly connected to the top of the second spring (17). The inner wall of the second spring (17) is fixedly connected to the outer wall of the pressing post (16).
2. The horizontal machining center tool holder according to claim 1, characterized in that, The rotating assembly includes a rotary motor (2) and an arc-shaped turntable. One side of the bracket (1) is fixedly connected to one end of the rotary motor (2). The output end of the rotary motor (2) is fixedly connected to one side of the arc-shaped turntable. The arc-shaped turntable includes a rotating disk (5). One side of the rotating disk (5) is fixedly connected to a mounting flange. One side of the mounting flange is fixedly connected to the output end of the rotary motor (2).
3. The horizontal machining center tool holder according to claim 2, characterized in that, The rotating disk (5) is provided with a plurality of through holes arranged at intervals along the circumference. A tool fixing seat (6) for coaxial and detachable installation of the tool is provided in the through holes. The tool fixing seat (6) has an inner cavity that is coaxial and connected with the through holes and allows the main body of the tool to extend out. A tool setting device is provided on the rotating disk (5). The tool setting device and the tool shank of the tool are located on the same side of the rotating disk (5). The central tool setting axis of the tool setting device and the central axis of the tool fixing seat (6) are arranged on the same circumference.
4. The horizontal machining center tool holder according to claim 3, characterized in that, The clamping assembly includes a sliding rod (7), a limiting rod (8), a placement platform (9), a groove (10), a first spring (11), a clamping plate (12), and a slider (13). The bottom of the inner wall of the fixing seat (6) is fixedly connected to the outer wall of the placement platform (9). The inner wall of the placement platform (9) is provided with a groove (10). One end of the inner wall of the groove (10) is fixedly connected to one end of the first spring (11). The other end of the first spring (11) is fixedly connected to one side of the bottom of the slider (13). The bottom outer wall of the slider (13) is slidably connected to the inner wall of the groove (10). The top of the slider (13) is fixedly connected to the bottom of the clamping plate (12). The outer wall of one end of the clamping plate (12) is slidably connected to one end of the limiting rod (8). The top of the limiting rod (8) is fixedly connected to the bottom of the sliding rod (7). The bottom of the sliding rod (7) is rotatably connected to the inner wall of the rotating groove opened at the top of the fixed seat (6). The top of the sliding rod (7) is opened with a limiting hole. The top of the sliding rod (7) is fixedly connected to the bottom of the mounting column (15). The mounting column (15) is located at the top of the limiting hole. Multiple sliding rods (7), limiting rods (8), placement platform (9), sliding groove (10), spring No. 1 (11), clamping plate (12) and slider (13) are circumferentially equidistantly arranged on the inner wall of the fixed seat (6).
5. The horizontal machining center tool holder according to claim 2, characterized in that, The bracket (1) is provided with a protective cover (4). The protective cover (4) has a clearance opening on the side facing the bracket (1) for the power output part of the rotating assembly to extend into. A clearance gap is reserved between the outer peripheral wall of the rotating disk (5) and the inner wall of the protective cover (4). The protective cover (4) has a window on its periphery. Under the drive of the rotating motor (2), the rotating disk (5) can be completely housed in the protective cover (4) or partially exposed outside the protective cover (4) through the window.
6. The tool holder of the horizontal machining center according to claim 5, characterized in that, A baffle (3) is installed on the rotating disk (5). The length of the baffle (3) is less than the diameter of the rotating disk (5). When the rotating disk (5) is completely housed in the protective cover (4), the baffle (3) is used to block the window. A photoelectric sensor is provided on the inner wall of the protective cover (4), and a touch plate is provided on the rotating disk (5) to trigger the photoelectric sensor.