Tool changer for machine
US5899839A · kind A · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Jul 17, 1997 |
| Grant date | May 4, 1999 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Jul 17, 2017 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC Y)Emerging Cross-Sectional Technologies
- CPC primaryY10T483/1882
- WIPO fieldMachine tools
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
A tool changer for a machine includes a disc having a number of protrusions extended radially outward and a number of grooves formed between the protrusions. A rod has a projection for engaging with the grooves of the disc and for precisely rotating the disc step by step when the rod is rotated. The protrusions each includes a curved rib. The rod includes a stud and an arc for engaging with the curved rib and for retaining the curved rib and the disc in place when the projection does not rotate the disc.
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