A kitchen knife laser cladding device

Abstract

The application provides a kitchen knife laser cladding device, which comprises a rack, an opening in the rack, a support arranged on the rack and located at the opening, a clamp assembly adjustably arranged on the support, the clamp assembly being adjusted according to the size of a tool and the clamp assembly controlling the clamping angle of the tool, and a cladding head arranged on the rack. Through the arrangement of the clamp assembly, the length of the tool can be adjusted in advance, the angle of the tool relative to the clamp assembly is adjusted by manually adjusting the clamp assembly, and thus the part of the tool exposed on the clamp is changed. The clamp assembly is supported by three points, and the angle of the tool is adjusted.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This application relates to a cladding device, and more particularly to a laser cladding device for a kitchen knife. Background Technology

[0002] When cladding cutting tools, a cladding device is required. Existing cladding devices primarily focus on axial locking of the tool shank. These types of fixtures have the following significant limitations:

[0003] Difficult angle adjustment: For machining tasks that require adjusting the specific angle between the tool and the fixture or workpiece (such as oblique hole machining, chamfering or engraving at a specific angle), traditional fixtures lack effective and convenient angle adjustment mechanisms. Operators often need to use additional angle shims, complex special tooling, or adjust the entire spindle angle directly on the machine tool, which is cumbersome, inefficient, and difficult to guarantee accuracy.

[0004] Inconvenient tool extension length adjustment: Although the tool extension can be controlled by varying the installation depth, the process of changing or adjusting tools may not be intuitive or quick enough when frequent tool switching or fine-tuning of the length is required to adapt to different working conditions. Especially when the optimal working length needs to be precisely set in advance based on the total tool length, the existing method may not be accurate or efficient enough. Utility Model Content

[0005] This application provides a laser cladding device for kitchen knives to solve the problems existing in related technologies. The technical solution is as follows:

[0006] This application provides a laser cladding device for kitchen knives, comprising:

[0007] A rack, with openings in it;

[0008] The bracket is mounted on the frame and is located at the opening.

[0009] The clamping assembly is adjustablely mounted on the support. The clamping assembly is adjustable according to the size of the tool and controls the clamping angle of the tool.

[0010] The cladding head is mounted on the frame.

[0011] In one implementation, it further includes:

[0012] The fixture assembly includes:

[0013] The first support assembly is adjustablely mounted on the bracket, which has a groove that fits the first support assembly, and the cutting tool part contacts the first support assembly.

[0014] The second support assembly is mounted on the bracket. The top view projection of the second support assembly and the first support assembly are on the same straight line. The second support assembly clamps the tool part.

[0015] The third support component is adjustablely mounted on the bracket. The top view projections of the third support component, the first support component, and the second support component are all on the same straight line. The third support component clamps the tool.

[0016] In one implementation,

[0017] The first support component includes:

[0018] The fixing block is located in the groove. The bracket has several threaded holes and the fixing block has a sliding groove. The fixing block is fastened to the bracket by bolts. The bolts pass through the sliding groove and connect with the threaded holes.

[0019] The first support block is fastened to the fixed block by bolts. The fixed block has threaded holes, and the first support block has a sliding groove. The connection structure between the first support block and the fixed block is the same as the connection structure between the fixed block and the bracket.

[0020] The first protrusion is set on the first support block. The cutting tool contacts the first protrusion. The placement angle of the cutting tool can be adjusted by adjusting the height between the first support block and the fixed block.

[0021] In one implementation,

[0022] The cross-section of the fixing block is L-shaped.

[0023] In one implementation,

[0024] The second support component includes:

[0025] The first upright is mounted on the bracket and has several threaded holes.

[0026] The first mounting base is set on the first upright;

[0027] The first cylinder is mounted on the first mounting base;

[0028] The first clamping block is located on the output end of the first cylinder. The first cylinder pushes the first clamping block so that the first clamping block cooperates with the first upright rod to clamp the tool.

[0029] The second support block is bolted to the first upright.

[0030] The second protrusion is disposed on the second support block and partially contacts the cutting tool. The placement angle of the cutting tool can be adjusted by adjusting the height of the second support block relative to the first upright.

[0031] In one implementation,

[0032] The third support component includes:

[0033] The mounting bracket is adjustable and mounted on the support.

[0034] The second upright is adjustablely mounted on the fixed frame.

[0035] The second mounting base is mounted on the second upright.

[0036] The second cylinder is mounted on the second mounting base;

[0037] The second clamping block is located on the output end of the second cylinder. The second cylinder pushes the second clamping block so that the second clamping block cooperates with the second upright to clamp the tool.

[0038] The third protrusion is adjustablely mounted on the second upright. The third protrusion partially contacts the cutting tool. By adjusting the position of the third protrusion relative to the second upright, the placement angle of the cutting tool can be adjusted.

[0039] In one implementation,

[0040] The second clamping block has a groove that fits into the third protrusion.

[0041] In one implementation,

[0042] The top-view projections of the first, second, and third protrusions are on the same straight line.

[0043] In one implementation, it further includes:

[0044] The three-axis adjustment mechanism is mounted on the frame, and the cladding head is mounted on the three-axis adjustment mechanism to enable the cladding head to move.

[0045] In one implementation, it further includes:

[0046] The enclosure is set on the machine frame, with the enclosure rings around the opening;

[0047] The funnel is mounted on the frame and is connected to the opening.

[0048] The hopper is movable inside the frame and is located below the funnel.

[0049] The advantages or beneficial effects of the above technical solutions include at least the following:

[0050] The clamping assembly can be pre-adjusted according to the length of the tool. The angle of the tool relative to the clamping assembly can be adjusted by manually adjusting the clamping assembly, thereby changing the part of the tool that protrudes from the clamp. The clamping assembly uses a three-point support setting to adjust the angle of the tool.

[0051] The above overview is for illustrative purposes only and is not intended to be limiting in any way. In addition to the illustrative aspects, embodiments, and features described above, further aspects, embodiments, and features of this application will become readily apparent from the accompanying drawings and the following detailed description. Attached Figure Description

[0052] In the accompanying drawings, unless otherwise specified, the same reference numerals throughout the various drawings denote the same or similar parts or elements. These drawings are not necessarily drawn to scale. It should be understood that these drawings depict only some embodiments disclosed in this application and should not be construed as limiting the scope of this application.

[0053] Figure 1 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of this utility model;

[0054] Figure 2 for Figure 1 Schematic diagram of the middle clamp assembly;

[0055] Figure 3 for Figure 2 A schematic diagram of the exploded structure;

[0056] Figure 4 This is a schematic diagram of the internal structure of the rack;

[0057] In the picture:

[0058] 100. Frame; 110. Opening; 120. Enclosure; 130. Funnel; 140. Hopper;

[0059] 200. Bracket;

[0060] 300. Fixture assembly;

[0061] 310. First support component; 311. Fixing block; 312. First support block; 313. First protrusion;

[0062] 320. Second support assembly; 321. First upright; 322. First mounting base; 323. First cylinder; 324. First clamping block; 325. Second support block; 326. Second protrusion;

[0063] 330. Third support assembly; 331. Fixing frame; 332. Second upright; 333. Second mounting base; 334. Second cylinder; 335. Second clamping block; 336. Third protrusion;

[0064] 400. Cladding head;

[0065] 500. Three-axis adjustment mechanism. Detailed Implementation

[0066] In the following description, only certain exemplary embodiments are briefly described. As those skilled in the art will recognize, the described embodiments can be modified in various ways without departing from the spirit or scope of this application. Therefore, the drawings and description are considered to be exemplary in nature and not restrictive.

[0067] Figures 1-4 This diagram illustrates the structure of a laser cladding apparatus for a kitchen knife according to an embodiment of this application. Figures 1-4 As shown, the cladding device may include:

[0068] The rack 100 has an opening 110;

[0069] The bracket 200 is mounted on the frame 100 and is located at the opening 110.

[0070] The clamping assembly 300 is adjustablely mounted on the bracket 200. The clamping assembly 300 is adjustable according to the size of the tool, and the clamping assembly 300 controls the clamping angle of the tool.

[0071] The cladding head 400 is mounted on the frame 100.

[0072] In this embodiment, during use, the clamping assembly 300 is manually adjusted in advance according to the size of the tool so that the clamping assembly 300 matches the length of the tool. After the length adjustment is completed, the clamping assembly 300 is manually adjusted to adjust the angle of the tool relative to the clamping assembly 300, thereby changing the part of the tool that is exposed on the clamp. After the adjustment is completed, the tool is clad by the cladding head 400.

[0073] The fixture assembly 300 uses a three-point support setting to adjust the angle of the tool. The frame 100 has an opening 110, and the bracket 200 is set at the opening 110 to facilitate the recycling of debris generated during cladding.

[0074] It should be noted that this application processes the same type of tool in batches each time. Therefore, it is only necessary to manually adjust the fixture assembly 300. Considering that automation requires the use of components such as connecting lines, which are easily affected by high temperatures during the cladding process, excessive automated adjustment is not required.

[0075] By setting the clamping assembly 300, the length of the tool can be adjusted in advance. By manually adjusting the clamping assembly 300, the angle of the tool relative to the clamping assembly 300 can be adjusted, thereby changing the part of the tool that protrudes from the clamp. The clamping assembly 300 adjusts the angle of the tool through a three-point support setting.

[0076] like Figures 1-3 As shown, in one embodiment, it further includes:

[0077] The clamp assembly 300 includes:

[0078] The first support component 310 is adjustablely mounted on the bracket 200. The bracket 200 has a groove that matches the first support component 310, and the part of the cutter contacts the first support component 310.

[0079] The second support component 320 is mounted on the bracket 200. The second support component 320 and the first support component 310 are on the same straight line in terms of their top view projection. The second support component 320 clamps the tool part.

[0080] The third support component 330 is adjustablely mounted on the bracket 200. The top view projections of the third support component 330, the first support component 310, and the second support component 320 are all on the same straight line. The third support component 330 clamps the tool.

[0081] In this embodiment, a three-point adjustment is formed by the first support component 310, the second support component 320, and the third support component 330. The height of the contact position between the tool and the first support component 310, the second support component 320, and the third support component 330 is adjusted, thereby adjusting the height of the tool at different positions and adjusting the angle of the tool relative to the bracket 200. The second support component 320 and the third support component 330 clamp the tool to prevent it from falling off during the cladding process.

[0082] like Figures 1-3 As shown, in one embodiment,

[0083] The first support component 310 includes:

[0084] The fixing block 311 has a portion located in the groove. The bracket 200 has several threaded holes, and the fixing block 311 has a sliding groove. The fixing block 311 is fastened to the bracket 200 by bolts, and the bolts pass through the sliding grooves and connect with the threaded holes.

[0085] The first support block 312 is fastened to the fixed block 311 by bolts. The fixed block 311 has threaded holes, and the first support block 312 has a sliding groove. The connection structure between the first support block 312 and the fixed block 311 is the same as the connection structure between the fixed block 311 and the bracket 200.

[0086] The first protrusion 313 is disposed on the first support block 312. The cutting tool contacts the first protrusion 313. The placement angle of the cutting tool can be adjusted by adjusting the height between the first support block 312 and the fixing block 311.

[0087] In this embodiment, the fixing block 311 is installed on the bracket 200 by bolts. The position of the fixing block 311 on the bracket 200 can be selected according to the actual length of the tool. It is only necessary to adjust the connection between the bolt and the corresponding threaded hole. The first support block 312 is set on the fixing block 311. The first support rod block and the fixing block 311 are connected in the same way, and are both fixed by bolts and threaded holes.

[0088] The first protrusion 313 fits against the tool. By adjusting the height of the first support block 312 relative to the fixed block 311, the height of the tool's support point is adjusted, thereby achieving the tool's angle adjustment.

[0089] Specifically, the cross-section of the fixing block 311 is an L-shaped structure.

[0090] like Figures 1-3 As shown, in one embodiment,

[0091] The second support component 320 includes:

[0092] The first upright 321 is mounted on the bracket 200 and has several threaded holes.

[0093] The first mounting base 322 is mounted on the first upright 321;

[0094] The first cylinder 323 is mounted on the first mounting base 322;

[0095] The first clamping block 324 is disposed on the output end of the first cylinder 323. The first cylinder 323 pushes the first clamping block 324 so that the first clamping block 324 cooperates with the first upright rod 321 to clamp the tool.

[0096] The second support block 325 is bolted to the first upright 321;

[0097] The second protrusion 326 is disposed on the second support block 325 and partially contacts the cutting tool. The placement angle of the cutting tool can be adjusted by adjusting the height of the second support block 325 relative to the first upright 321.

[0098] In this embodiment, the first upright 321 is fixedly mounted on the bracket 200, and the second support block 325 is detachably mounted on the first upright 321 by bolts. The second support block 325 is adjustablely mounted on the first upright 321 by bolts. Its adjustment principle is the same as that between the fixed block 311 and the bracket 200. By adjusting the height between the second support block 325 and the first upright 321, the height of the tool support point can be adjusted so that the angle of the tool can be adjusted.

[0099] When in use, after the height of the second protrusion 326 is adjusted in advance, the first clamping block 324 is controlled by the first cylinder 323, and the first clamping block 324 cooperates with the first upright rod 321 to clamp the tool.

[0100] like Figures 1-3 As shown, in one embodiment,

[0101] The third support component 330 includes:

[0102] The fixing bracket 331 is adjustablely mounted on the bracket 200.

[0103] The second upright 332 is adjustablely mounted on the fixed frame 331;

[0104] The second mounting base 333 is mounted on the second upright 332;

[0105] The second cylinder 334 is mounted on the second mounting base 333;

[0106] The second clamping block 335 is located on the output end of the second cylinder 334. The second cylinder 334 pushes the second clamping block 335 so that the second clamping block 335 cooperates with the second upright rod 332 to clamp the tool.

[0107] The third protrusion 336 is adjustablely mounted on the second upright 332. The third protrusion 336 partially contacts the cutting tool. By adjusting the position of the third protrusion 336 relative to the second upright 332, the placement angle of the cutting tool can be adjusted.

[0108] In this embodiment, the operating principle of the second cylinder 334 and the second clamping block 335 is the same as that of the first cylinder 323 and the first clamping block 324.

[0109] The fixing frame 331 and the bracket 200 are adjustable. The adjustment principle of the height frame and the bracket 200 is the same as the adjustment principle between the fixing block 311 and the bracket 200.

[0110] The third protrusion 336 is adjustablely mounted on the second upright 332. Its adjustment principle is the same as that between the fixed block 311 and the bracket 200. The second clamping block 335 has a groove that is adapted to the third protrusion 336.

[0111] During use, the position of the fixing frame 331 relative to the bracket 200 is pre-adjusted according to the size of the tool, and then the position of the third protrusion 336 on the second upright 332 is adjusted. The tool is then set at the third protrusion 336 and clamped by the second clamping block 335.

[0112] It should be noted that two second uprights 332 can be set on one fixed frame 331, and two fixed frames 331 and four second uprights 332 can be set on one bracket 200. Each second upright 332 corresponds to a fixed block 311 and a first upright 321, and the second uprights 332 on one fixed frame 331 are mirror images of each other.

[0113] like Figures 1-3 As shown, in one embodiment,

[0114] The top-view projections of the first protrusion 313, the second protrusion 326, and the third protrusion 336 are on the same straight line.

[0115] In this embodiment, the top view projections of the first protrusion 313, the second protrusion 326, and the third protrusion 336 are located on the same straight line, which matches the shape of the tool and prevents the tool from bending during the clamping process.

[0116] like Figure 1 As shown, in one embodiment, it further includes:

[0117] A three-axis adjustment mechanism 500 is mounted on the frame 100, and a cladding head 400 is mounted on the three-axis adjustment mechanism 500 to enable the cladding head 400 to move.

[0118] In this embodiment, the three-axis adjustment mechanism 500 is a commercially available three-axis adjustment mechanism 500, composed of a motor, cable chain, and other structures. It can adjust the cladding head 400 via the X, Y, and Z axes. The cladding head 400 is a commercially available cladding head 400 assembly, mainly comprising five purchased components: the cladding head 400 itself, a laser, a chiller, a powder feeder, and a computer system. First, the eight-station kitchen knife program is programmed in the computer system, and then the laser, chiller, and powder feeder are turned on. When the program starts, the laser sends laser light to the cladding head 400, and the powder feeder delivers powder to the cladding head 400. Simultaneously, the chiller is turned on to maintain the temperature of the cladding head 400 at all times.

[0119] like Figure 1 and Figure 4 As shown, in one embodiment, it further includes:

[0120] Enclosure 120 is installed on frame 100 and encircles opening 110.

[0121] Funnel 130 is mounted on frame 100 and is connected to opening 110;

[0122] Hopper 140 is movably disposed within frame 100 and is located below funnel 130.

[0123] In this embodiment, the enclosure 120 encloses the support 200 to prevent impurities from splashing during the cladding process. The impurities enter the funnel 130 through the opening 110 and eventually fall into the hopper 140. The bottom of the hopper 140 has a pulley. When the hopper 140 stores a certain amount of impurities, the hopper 140 is pushed out from the frame 100.

[0124] Furthermore, the bottom of the frame 100 has a groove that matches the bottom pulley of the hopper 140, which facilitates the positioning of the hopper 140. The pulley at the bottom of the hopper 140 is a universal wheel, which can be locked.

[0125] The functions of each module in each device of this utility model embodiment can be found in the corresponding description in the above method, and will not be repeated here.

[0126] In the description of this specification, the references to terms such as "one embodiment," "some embodiments," "example," "specific example," or "some examples," etc., indicate that a specific feature, structure, material, or characteristic described in connection with that embodiment or example is included in at least one embodiment or example of this application. Furthermore, the specific features, structures, materials, or characteristics described may be combined in any suitable manner in one or more embodiments or examples. Moreover, without contradiction, those skilled in the art can combine and integrate the different embodiments or examples described in this specification, as well as the features of those different embodiments or examples.

[0127] Furthermore, the terms "first" and "second" are used for descriptive purposes only and should not be construed as indicating or implying relative importance or implicitly specifying the number of technical features indicated. Thus, a feature defined as "first" or "second" may explicitly or implicitly include at least one of that feature. In the description of this application, "a plurality of" means two or more, unless otherwise explicitly specified.

[0128] The above description is merely a specific embodiment of this application, but the scope of protection of this application is not limited thereto. Any person skilled in the art can easily conceive of various variations or substitutions within the technical scope disclosed in this application, and these should all be included within the scope of protection of this application. Therefore, the scope of protection of this application should be determined by the scope of the claims.

Claims

1. A laser cladding device for kitchen knives, characterized in that, include: A frame having an opening; A bracket, which is mounted on the frame and located at the opening; A clamping assembly, which is adjustablely mounted on the bracket, is adjustable according to the size of the cutting tool, and controls the clamping angle of the cutting tool; A cladding head is mounted on the frame.

2. The laser cladding device for kitchen knives according to claim 1, characterized in that, Also includes: The clamp assembly includes: A first support assembly is adjustablely mounted on the bracket, and the bracket has a groove adapted to the first support assembly, with the cutting tool portion contacting the first support assembly. The second support assembly is disposed on the bracket, and the top view projection of the second support assembly and the first support assembly are on the same straight line. The second support assembly clamps the part of the tool. The third support component is adjustablely mounted on the bracket. The top view projections of the third support component, the first support component, and the second support component are all on the same straight line. The third support component clamps the part of the tool.

3. The kitchen knife laser cladding device according to claim 2, characterized in that, The first support component includes: A fixing block, a portion of which is located within the groove, a bracket having several threaded holes, a sliding groove on the fixing block, and the fixing block being fastened to the bracket by bolts, the bolts passing through the sliding grooves and connecting to the threaded holes; The first support block is fastened to the fixed block by bolts. The fixed block has threaded holes, and the first support block has a sliding groove. The connection structure between the first support block and the fixed block is the same as the connection structure between the fixed block and the bracket. The first protrusion is disposed on the first support block. The cutting tool contacts the first protrusion. The placement angle of the cutting tool can be adjusted by adjusting the height between the first support block and the fixed block.

4. The kitchen knife laser cladding device according to claim 3, characterized in that, The cross-section of the fixing block is L-shaped.

5. The laser cladding device for a kitchen knife according to claim 3, characterized in that, The second support component includes: The first upright is mounted on the bracket and has several threaded holes. A first mounting base is disposed on the first upright; The first cylinder is mounted on the first mounting base; The first clamping block is disposed on the output end of the first cylinder. The first clamping block is pushed by the first cylinder so that it cooperates with the first upright to clamp the tool. The second support block is bolted to the first upright. The second protrusion is disposed on the second support block and partially contacts the cutting tool. The placement angle of the cutting tool can be adjusted by adjusting the height of the second support block relative to the first upright.

6. The kitchen knife laser cladding device according to claim 5, characterized in that, The third support component includes: The fixing frame is adjustablely mounted on the bracket; The second upright is adjustablely mounted on the fixed frame; The second mounting base is disposed on the second upright; The second cylinder is mounted on the second mounting base; The second clamping block is disposed on the output end of the second cylinder. The second clamping block is pushed by the second cylinder so that it cooperates with the second upright to clamp the tool. The third protrusion is adjustablely mounted on the second upright. The third protrusion is in partial contact with the cutting tool. The placement angle of the cutting tool can be adjusted by adjusting the position of the third protrusion relative to the second upright.

7. The kitchen knife laser cladding device according to claim 6, characterized in that, The second clamping block has a groove that is adapted to the third protrusion.

8. A laser cladding device for kitchen knives according to claim 6, characterized in that, The top-view projections of the first protrusion, the second protrusion, and the third protrusion are located on the same straight line.

9. The laser cladding device for a kitchen knife according to claim 1, characterized in that, Also includes: A three-axis adjustment mechanism is mounted on the frame, and the cladding head is mounted on the three-axis adjustment mechanism to enable the cladding head to move.

10. A laser cladding device for kitchen knives according to claim 1, characterized in that, Also includes: A fence, which is mounted on the frame and surrounds the opening; A funnel, which is disposed on the frame and is connected to the opening; A hopper is movably disposed within the frame and is located below the funnel.

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