Apparatus capable of positioning a key blank relative to cutting device in multiple operational modes
US7070369B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Jul 12, 2004 |
| Grant date | Jul 4, 2006 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Oct 19, 2024 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC Y)Emerging Cross-Sectional Technologies
- CPC primaryY10T409/303808
- WIPO fieldMachine tools
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
An apparatus for positioning a key blank relative to a key cutter. The apparatus includes a frame having an axis. A carriage assembly is attached to the frame and arranged for movement in a generally axial direction and a generally transverse direction relative to the axis. A key blank holder is attached to the carriage assembly. A drive assembly coupled to the carriage assembly is selectively operable to move the carriage assembly in a generally transverse direction. A bias assembly is selectively operable to bias the carriage assembly toward the key cutter.
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