Tool changer for machine tool
US7594882B1 · kind B1 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | May 20, 2008 |
| Grant date | Sep 29, 2009 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | May 20, 2028 |
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 tool includes a disc magazine having a plate, and a number of retainers attached to the outer peripheral portion of the plate for detachably supporting tool members, the retainers each include a base portion attached to the outer peripheral portion of the plate, and a holding device disposed on the base portion and having two arms for resiliently holding and carrying and supporting the tool member. The retainers each include a coupling portion coupled between two legs, the arms of the holding devices may be extended from the legs and may be formed from a longitudinal wire or rod member for reducing the weight of the retainers.
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