Indicator Adapter with Dual-Hole Collet Mount for Fast CNC Changeover
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Solution Overview
Problem
Existing indicator devices in computer numerical control machining lack quick connection capabilities, leading to increased time and inefficiency in changing devices during the machining process.
Innovation Solution
A new indicator connection adapter with a body featuring a primary hole, an offset hole, and set screw aperture, along with radially arranged flanges for engagement with a collet, allowing for secure and efficient attachment and detachment of indicators and connectors.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Reliability
If individual indicator connections are used, then each indicator can be securely held, but the time to change indicator devices increases
Solution Approach 1:
The adapter body provides multiple holes (primary hole for indicator extension, offset hole for indicator connector) that can accommodate different indicator configurations. The set screw mechanism universally secures both types of connections, allowing the same adapter to quickly connect various indicator devices without requiring multiple specialized connection mechanisms.
Solution Approach 2:
The adapter is pre-configured with both a primary hole and an offset hole, along with a set screw mechanism, before use. This preliminary preparation allows operators to quickly switch between different indicator connections by simply selecting which hole to use, rather than reconfiguring connection mechanisms during the change process.
2Reliability
If traditional indicator connections are used, then individual indicator security is maintained, but device changing efficiency decreases
Solution Approach 1:
The adapter body provides multiple holes (primary hole for indicator extension, offset hole for indicator connector) that can accommodate different indicator configurations. The set screw mechanism universally secures both types of connections, allowing the same adapter to quickly connect various indicator devices without requiring multiple specialized connection mechanisms.
Solution Approach 2:
The connection mechanism is segmented into distinct components: the adapter body with separate primary and offset holes, and an independent set screw. This segmentation allows each component to be optimized for its specific function while working together to achieve both secure holding and quick connection capability.
3Loss of time
If quick connection capability is added, then connection time is reduced, but device complexity increases
Solution Approach 1:
The connection mechanism is segmented into distinct components: the adapter body with separate primary and offset holes, and an independent set screw. This segmentation allows each component to be optimized for its specific function while working together to achieve both secure holding and quick connection capability.
Solution Approach 2:
The set screw serves dual functions: it secures the indicator extension in the primary hole and can also secure the indicator connector in the offset hole. This self-service capability eliminates the need for separate fastening mechanisms for each connection type, reducing overall device complexity while maintaining quick connection capability.
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AI summary
An indicator connection adapter device includes a body having a first face, a second face, and a peripheral wall. A primary hole and an offset hole each extend through the body perpendicular to the first face and the second face. The primary hole is centrally positioned on the body. The offset hole is diametrically smaller than the primary hole. The offset hole abuts the primary hole. A set screw is extendable through a set screw aperture for selectively securing an extension of an indicator in the primary hole or a connector of an indicator in the offset hole. Flanges are coupled to and extend outwardly from the second face. The flanges are radially arranged around the primary hole for engaging the body to a collet of a computer numerical control machine.