indexing Jigs

Indexing jigs are used to drill holes in a pattern, usually radial. Location for the holes is generally taken
from the first hole drilled, a datum hole in the part, or registry with an indexing device incorporated in
the jig. The simple jig shown in the Figure features a base made from a standard angle-iron section,
into which a locating stud has been placed to position a bored cylindrical workpiece, which is clamped
on the stud with a C-washer and a hex nut. A drill bushing is press-fit into the bushing plate. In use, the
hex nut is loosened after the first hole is drilled, the workpiece is revolved, the index pin, which is held in
place with a flat spring, is pushed into the hole, and the second of four holes 90° apart is drilled after the
nut is tightened. Indexing is repeated until all four holes have been drilled.

Simple indexing jig with standard angle-iron base.