Multi-function work finshing machine using barrel containers

Abstract

A multi-function barrel finishing machine includes a central work processing section which is supported by a tiltable main spindle from horizontal to vertical or to inclined positions, and vice versa, the central work processing section including a turret rotatably supported by the main spindle and a plurality of barrel containers carried by the turret and which are capable of both axial rotation about their own axes, and orbital revolution about the main spindle. A single machine construction incorporates the various functions provided by the individual machines such as the horizontal-type high-speed centrifugal or planetary revolving barrel finishing machine, vertical-type high-speed centrifugal barrel finishing machine, horizontal-type rotating barrel finishing machine, and tiltable-type rotating barrel finishing machine. Those functions may be selected and performed singly or in any combination, depending upon the particular work processing requirements. The work processing functions performed by the machine include the work surface finishing, deburring, stirring, mixing, and milling. The machine includes optional automatic lid opening and reclosing for all barrel containers, a mass charging device, and a mass separator. All the functions of the machine are automatic and are performed sequentially.