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Workholding Devices
Workholding Devices
Workholding Devices
Chapter 29
Workholding Devices
Jigs
Fixtures
Modular
Universal
Vises
Chucks
Dedicated Workholding
Devices
Design Criteria
Positive
location
The workpiece is
located by 3-2-1
principal.
Design Criteria
Repeatability
Fool proofing
Gravity, cutting, inertial, centrifugal
Reliability
Ruggedness
Design Criteria
Constructability
Low Profile
Workpiece Accommodation
Ergonomics, Safety
Pinch points
30-40 lbs force to operate clamp
Tool path and operators paths should not
cross
Design Criteria
Part distortion
Flexibility
Accommodate a
family of parts
Design Considerations
Clamping
Clamps
Clamping
Design Considerations
Chip Disposal
Loading/Unloading Time
Minimize
Modular
Other Workholding
Devices
Vises
Chucks
Clamps
Assembly jigs
Magnetic chucks (grinding)
Electrostatic devices (any metal)
Vacuum (variable force)