Professional Documents
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Objectives
Understand the need for jigs and fixtures
Know the different types of surfaces in parts
Understand the principles of location, support and clamping
To select various types of locators to cater to the range of
part geometries involved
Identify the clamping requirements for jigs and fixtures
Know the different varieties of jigs in practice
Design jigs for practical application
Understand the various principles for fixture design
For locating
in the jig
body
For locating
in the jig
body
Assembly Boring
Broaching Grinding
Inspection Lapping
Milling Turning
Welding
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Milling Fixtures
Milling fixtures are the most common type
of fixture in general use today.
The simplest type of milling fixture is a
milling vise mounted on the machine
table.
However, as the work piece size, shape,
or complexity becomes more
sophisticated, so too must the fixture.