A cutting device for processing thermoplastic composite materials

Abstract

This utility model discloses a cutting device for processing thermoplastic composite materials, belonging to the technical field of material processing equipment. The device includes an operating table, a longitudinal linear module fixedly mounted on the top of the operating table, a transverse linear module fixedly mounted on the top of the slide of the longitudinal linear module, a rotary table fixedly mounted on the top of the slide of the transverse linear module, and a cutting table fixedly connected to the top of the rotary table. This device effectively solves the problems of traditional cutting equipment, such as limited functionality, frequent tool changes or material transfers leading to cumbersome operation, increased labor costs, and positioning deviations affecting cutting accuracy. By integrating a waterjet cutter and a trimming cutter, and combining the synergistic effects of the longitudinal linear module, transverse linear module, and rotary table, it achieves multi-stage continuous cutting of thermoplastic composite materials, reducing manual intervention and improving cutting efficiency and processing accuracy.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This utility model relates to the field of material processing equipment technology, and more specifically, to a cutting device for processing thermoplastic composite materials. Background Technology

[0002] Thermoplastic composites are composite materials made with thermoplastic resins as the matrix (such as polyetherketones, polyphenylene sulfide, etc.) and glass fibers, carbon fibers, etc. as reinforcing materials.

[0003] Based on the above, the inventors have discovered that the cutting process is a crucial step in ensuring the quality of material molding during the processing of thermoplastic composite materials. Traditional cutting equipment often suffers from limited functionality, typically equipped with only one type of cutting tool. When faced with complex shapes or multiple cutting steps, manual tool changes or material transfer are required, increasing operational steps and labor costs. Furthermore, positioning deviations can easily affect cutting accuracy. Therefore, in view of this, the inventors have researched and improved existing structures to provide a cutting device for thermoplastic composite material processing, aiming to achieve greater practical value. Utility Model Content

[0004] 1. Technical problems to be solved

[0005] To address the problems existing in the prior art, the purpose of this utility model is to provide a cutting device for processing thermoplastic composite materials. It can effectively solve the problems of traditional cutting equipment having single function, requiring frequent tool changes or material transfers, resulting in cumbersome operation, increased labor costs, and positioning deviations affecting cutting accuracy. By integrating waterjet cutters and trimmers, and combining the synergistic effect of longitudinal linear modules, transverse linear modules, and a rotary table, it can achieve multi-process continuous cutting of thermoplastic composite materials, reduce manual intervention, and improve cutting efficiency and processing accuracy.

[0006] 2. Technical Solution

[0007] To solve the above problems, the present invention adopts the following technical solution.

[0008] A cutting device for processing thermoplastic composite materials includes an operating table. A longitudinal straight module is fixedly installed on the top of the operating table. A transverse straight module is fixedly installed on the top of the slide of the longitudinal straight module. A rotary table is fixedly installed on the top of the slide of the transverse straight module. A cutting table is fixedly connected to the top of the rotary table. A mounting frame is fixedly connected to the top of the operating table. Two movable seats are slidably connected to the mounting frame. A clamp is fixedly installed on one side of each movable seat. A water-cutting blade and a trimming blade are respectively provided on the two clamps.

[0009] Furthermore, the rotary table includes a rotary motor fixed to the top of the slide of the transverse linear module, and the output shaft of the rotary motor is connected to a support plate via a key.

[0010] Furthermore, a collection trough is provided on the top of the cutting table, and multiple slag discharge ports are fixedly connected to the outer periphery of the cutting table, and the slag discharge ports are connected to the inside of the collection trough.

[0011] Furthermore, the mounting bracket includes two mounting seats fixed to the top of the operating table, a crossbeam is fixedly connected between the two mounting seats, a guide rod is fixedly connected to the top of the crossbeam, a linear slide rail is fixedly connected to one side of the crossbeam, and a movable seat is slidably connected to the outer periphery of the linear slide rail.

[0012] Furthermore, a limiting seat is fixedly connected to the top of one side of the movable seat. The limiting seat is slidably sleeved on the outer periphery of the guide rod and fixed by fastening bolts.

[0013] Furthermore, the clamp includes a lifting cylinder fixed to the top of the other side of the movable seat, and a sliding plate is fixedly connected to the bottom output end of the lifting cylinder. The sliding plate is slidably connected to the other side of the movable seat through a linear guide rail, and a cylinder gripper is fixedly installed on the bottom side of the sliding plate away from the movable seat.

[0014] 3. Beneficial effects

[0015] Compared with existing technologies, the advantages of this utility model are:

[0016] This solution integrates a waterjet cutter and a trimming cutter into the same device, enabling the rough cutting and fine trimming of thermoplastic composite materials to be completed in a single clamping operation. This eliminates the need for manual tool changes or material transfers, effectively reducing process changeover time and manual intervention, minimizing cumulative errors caused by multiple positioning steps, and significantly improving overall processing accuracy. The cooperation between the longitudinal and transverse linear modules allows the cutting table to move precisely within a plane, while the rotary table drives angle adjustments. This synergistic effect allows the device to flexibly adapt to cutting requirements of different shapes and sizes, expanding its applicability. Attached Figure Description

[0017] Figure 1 This is a schematic diagram of the overall structure of this utility model;

[0018] Figure 2 This is a schematic diagram of the internal structure of the present invention;

[0019] Figure 3 This is a partial structural diagram of the cutting table position of this utility model;

[0020] Figure 4 This is a partial structural diagram of the movable seat of this utility model.

[0021] Explanation of the labels in the diagram:

[0022] 1. Control panel;

[0023] 2. Longitudinal linear module;

[0024] 3. Horizontal linear module;

[0025] 4. Rotary table; 401. Rotary motor; 402. Pallet;

[0026] 5. Cutting table; 501. Collection tank; 502. Slag discharge port;

[0027] 6. Mounting bracket; 601. Mounting base; 602. Crossbeam; 603. Guide rod; 604. Linear slide rail;

[0028] 7. Portable seat;

[0029] 8. Fixtures; 801. Lifting cylinder; 802. Slide plate; 803. Cylinder gripper;

[0030] 9. Water cutter;

[0031] 10. Repair the cutter;

[0032] 11. Limiting seat;

[0033] 12. Tighten the bolts. Detailed Implementation

[0034] The technical solutions of the present utility model will be clearly and completely described below with reference to the accompanying drawings of the embodiments of the present utility model. Obviously, the described embodiments are only some embodiments of the present utility model, and not all embodiments. All other embodiments obtained by those skilled in the art based on the embodiments of the present utility model without creative effort are within the protection scope of the present utility model.

[0035] Example:

[0036] Please see Figures 1-4 A cutting device for processing thermoplastic composite materials includes an operating table 1. A longitudinal linear module 2 is fixedly installed on the top of the operating table 1. A transverse linear module 3 is fixedly installed on the top of the slide of the longitudinal linear module 2. A rotary table 4 is fixedly installed on the top of the slide of the transverse linear module 3. A cutting table 5 is fixedly connected to the top of the rotary table 4. A mounting frame 6 is fixedly connected to the top of the operating table 1. Two movable seats 7 are slidably connected to the upper part of the mounting frame 6. A clamp 8 is fixedly installed on one side of the movable seat 7. A water cutter 9 and a trimming cutter 10 are respectively provided on the two clamps 8.

[0037] See Figure 3The rotary table 4 includes a rotary motor 401 fixed to the top of the slide of the transverse linear module 3, and the output shaft of the rotary motor 401 is connected to a support plate 402 via a key.

[0038] See Figure 3 The top of the cutting table 5 is provided with a collection trough 501. Multiple slag discharge ports 502 are fixedly connected to the outer periphery of the cutting table 5, and the slag discharge ports 502 are connected to the inside of the collection trough 501. During use, the waste generated during the cutting process can be collected through the collection trough 501 on the top of the cutting table 5 and discharged through the slag discharge ports 502, avoiding the accumulation of waste that affects the cutting operation, while keeping the processing environment clean and reducing the amount of subsequent cleaning work.

[0039] See Figure 2 The mounting bracket 6 includes two mounting seats 601 fixed to the top of the operating table 1. A crossbeam 602 is fixedly connected between the two mounting seats 601. A guide rod 603 is fixedly connected to the top of the crossbeam 602. A linear slide rail 604 is fixedly connected to one side of the crossbeam 602, and the movable seat 7 is slidably connected to the outer periphery of the linear slide rail 604.

[0040] See Figure 2 The top of one side of the movable seat 7 is fixedly connected to the limiting seat 11. The limiting seat 11 is slidably sleeved on the outer periphery of the guide rod 603 and fixed by the fastening bolt 12. When in use, the movable seat 7 on the mounting frame 6 can slide along the linear slide rail 604 and be fixed by the limiting seat 11 and the fastening bolt 12, which makes it easy to adjust the position of the water cutter 9 and the trimming cutter 10 according to the material size, and improve the adaptability of the equipment to materials of different specifications.

[0041] See Figure 4 The clamp 8 includes a lifting cylinder 801 fixed to the top of the other side of the movable seat 7. The output bottom of the lifting cylinder 801 is fixedly connected to a slide plate 802. The slide plate 802 is slidably connected to the other side of the movable seat 7 through a linear guide rail. A cylinder gripper 803 is fixedly installed on the bottom of the side of the slide plate 802 away from the movable seat 7. In use, the clamp 8 drives the tool to move up and down through the lifting cylinder 801. Combined with the stable clamping of the cylinder gripper 803, the stability of the tool during the cutting process is ensured, and the cutting quality is further guaranteed.

[0042] In use: First, place the thermoplastic composite material to be processed on the cutting table 5. According to the size of the material and the cutting requirements, slide the moving seat 7 along the linear slide rail 604 to the appropriate position. Fix the limiting seat 11 to the guide rod 603 with the fastening bolts 12 to complete the initial positioning of the water cutter 9 and the trimming cutter 10. Then, start the longitudinal linear module 2 and the transverse linear module 3 to move the cutting table 5 directly below the water cutter 9. Control the extension of the lifting cylinder 801 corresponding to the water cutter 9 to lower the water cutter 9 to the cutting position. At the same time, the longitudinal linear module 2 and the transverse linear module 3 work together to drive the cutting table 5 to move along the preset trajectory, and use the water cutter 9 to perform rough cutting of the material. After the rough cut is completed, the lifting cylinder 801 retracts, causing the water-cutting blade 9 to reset. The rotary motor 401 starts, and the cutting table 5 rotates to a set angle via the support plate 402. The transverse linear module 3 drives the cutting table 5 to move below the trimming blade 10. The lifting cylinder 801 corresponding to the trimming blade 10 extends, causing the trimming blade 10 to descend. This, combined with the movements of the longitudinal linear module 2 and the transverse linear module 3, performs fine trimming on the material edges. Throughout the cutting process, the waste material falls into the collection tank 501 and is discharged through the slag discharge port 502, preventing waste accumulation. When it is necessary to change to a different size blade, the old blade can be released by the cylinder clamp 803, and the replacement blade can be re-clamped and fixed without disassembling the entire fixture, making the operation convenient. After all cutting processes are completed, the longitudinal linear module 2 and the transverse linear module 3 drive the cutting table 5 back to its initial position. The processed material can then be removed to begin the next processing cycle. The entire operation effectively solves the problems of traditional cutting equipment, such as single function, frequent tool changes or material transfers leading to cumbersome operation, increased labor costs, and positioning deviations affecting cutting accuracy. It enables multi-process continuous cutting of thermoplastic composite materials, reduces manual intervention, and improves cutting efficiency and processing accuracy.

[0043] Finally, it should be noted that in the description of this utility model, the terms "vertical," "upper," "lower," "horizontal," etc., indicate the orientation or positional relationship based on the orientation or positional relationship shown in the accompanying drawings. They are only 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.

[0044] 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 according to the specific circumstances.

[0045] The above description is merely a preferred embodiment of this utility model; however, the protection scope of this utility model is not limited thereto. Any equivalent substitutions or modifications made by those skilled in the art within the technical scope disclosed in this utility model, based on the technical solution and its improved concept, should be included within the protection scope of this utility model.

Claims

1. A cutting apparatus for processing thermoplastic composites, comprising an operating table (1), characterized in that: A longitudinal straight module (2) is fixedly installed on the top of the operating table (1). A transverse straight module (3) is fixedly installed on the top of the slide of the longitudinal straight module (2). A rotary table (4) is fixedly installed on the top of the slide of the transverse straight module (3). A cutting table (5) is fixedly connected to the top of the rotary table (4). A mounting frame (6) is fixedly connected to the top of the operating table (1). Two movable seats (7) are slidably connected to the upper part of the mounting frame (6). A clamp (8) is fixedly installed on one side of the movable seat (7). A water cutter (9) and a trimming cutter (10) are respectively provided on the two clamps (8).

2. The cutting apparatus for thermoplastic composite material processing according to claim 1, characterized in that: The rotary table (4) includes a rotary motor (401) fixed to the top of the slide of the transverse linear module (3), and the output shaft of the rotary motor (401) is connected to a support plate (402) by a key.

3. The cutting equipment for processing thermoplastic composite materials according to claim 1, characterized in that: The top of the cutting table (5) is provided with a collection trough (501), and a plurality of slag discharge ports (502) are fixedly connected to the outer periphery of the cutting table (5), and the slag discharge ports (502) are connected to the inside of the collection trough (501).

4. The cutting equipment for processing thermoplastic composite materials according to claim 1, characterized in that: The mounting bracket (6) includes two mounting seats (601) fixed to the top of the operating table (1), a crossbeam (602) is fixedly connected between the two mounting seats (601), a guide rod (603) is fixedly connected to the top of the crossbeam (602), a linear slide rail (604) is fixedly connected to one side of the crossbeam (602), and a movable seat (7) is slidably connected to the outer periphery of the linear slide rail (604).

5. The cutting equipment for processing thermoplastic composite materials according to claim 1, characterized in that: The top of one side of the movable seat (7) is fixedly connected to a limiting seat (11), which is slidably sleeved on the outer periphery of the guide rod (603) and fixed by fastening bolts (12).

6. The cutting equipment for processing thermoplastic composite materials according to claim 1, characterized in that: The clamp (8) includes a lifting cylinder (801) fixed to the top of the other side of the movable seat (7). The bottom output end of the lifting cylinder (801) is fixedly connected to a slide plate (802). The slide plate (802) is slidably connected to the other side of the movable seat (7) via a linear guide rail. A cylinder gripper (803) is fixedly installed on the bottom of the side of the slide plate (802) away from the movable seat (7).

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