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Jigs and Fixtures. 3june , 2010 By: Abid Ali Abid. Overview. What are Jigs and Fixtures Why they are important Basic jigs and fixtures available Specific Application Resources for selecting & purchasing. What are Jigs and Fixtures.
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Jigs and Fixtures 3june , 2010 By: Abid Ali Abid
Overview • What are Jigs and Fixtures • Why they are important • Basic jigs and fixtures available • Specific Application • Resources for selecting & purchasing
What are Jigs and Fixtures • Anything used to hold a workpiece in a desired location • Locate parts for precision • Repeating process on a series of parts • Holding parts for machining, painting, assembly
Parts should be designed to accommodate standard fixturing components Designs should accommodate fast and repeatable fixturing Why are they important in Machine design
Basic Categories of Jigs • Clamps • Chucks • Vises • Bushings • Modular Fixtures