Finished parts catcher for an automatic machine

摘要

A finished parts catcher for an automatic machine having a workholder and a part cut-off means comprising a finished part receptacle or chute positioned beneath the workholder; piston and cylinder means for imparted movement to the receptacle, the piston and cylinder means has first and second ends; the receptacle being positioned from the first end of the piston and cylinder means; at least one connecting rod extends between and is attached to the receptacle and the second end of the piston and cylinder means; means for limiting travel of the connecting rod and a control means to actuate the piston and cylinder means thereby simultaneously moving the connecting rod and causing the receptacle to move to a position beneath the workholder prior to release of the finished part so as to catch the finished part when released from the workholder. The caught finished part is directed to a parts basket from which it can be easily removed while the automatic machine is cycling.