Key cutting machine

摘要

A key cutting machine is provided for cutting a key blank from a master key. The key cutting machine comprises a first cutting member that rotates about a substantially horizontal axis for cutting a key pattern on a key blank and a second cutting member that rotates about a substantially vertical axis for cutting a key pattern on a key blank. Additional improvements or features of a key cutting machine are also described.

主权项

1. A key cutting machine comprising:
a base member including a generally horizontal surface; a first cutting member positioned on said base member, said first cutting member having a cutting wheel capable of cutting a standard key pattern onto a key blank; a second cutting member positioned on said base member, said second cutting member including a sidewinder drill-type cutting member capable of cutting dimples and contours onto a key blank; a carriage connected to said base; a first key clamp connected to said carriage and moveable therewith; and a driver connected to said carriage to automatically drive movement of the carriage during key cutting operations.