Abstract: A cutting tool holding assembly is arranged for rapid replacement of cutting tools on machine tools. The assembly includes an adaptor for locating a tool holder in a drive spindle. The adaptor has a base member which is secured in the spindle and a body member which is secured releasably to the base member. The tool holder is secured to the body member. The base member is secured in the base of a bore in the spindle and the body member is releasably secured against rotation relative to the spindle.
Type:
Grant
Filed:
February 25, 1992
Date of Patent:
April 13, 1993
Assignee:
Morris Tooling Limited
Inventors:
David Forrest, Keith A. Jones, Dennis A. Butler