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Materials & Processes in Manufacturing

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ME 151

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Chapter 29
Workholding Devices

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Introduction

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Workholding devices are critical to manufacturing interchangeable parts

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Workholding devices are the fourth element of the machining system

(Material, Machine Tool, Cutting Tool)

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Workholding devices allow for:

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_____________ from part to part

Ability to hold higher ___________ levels
Simplify operation & improve efficiency

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2 primary functions of workholding devices are:

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_______ - Orienting & positioning part relative to cutting tools to

achieve desired specifications
_________ - Maintaining part in location during the operation

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Jigs & Fixtures

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Specially designed devices to hold the work during machining or

assembly operations

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Jig - Workholding device that determines ________ dimensions that are

produced by machining or fastening operations

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Fixture - Workholding device designed for a particular part or shape that

holds work during machining or assembly operations and
establishes size dimensions

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Workholder Design Objectives:

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Repeatability
Adequate Clamping Forces
Reliability
Ruggedness
Design & Construction Ease

Low Profile

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Workpiece Accommodation
Ergonomics & Safety
Freedom from Part Distortion
Flexibility

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3-2-1 Principle of Location

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Figure 29-2 Page 721

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Design Practice Examples

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Drill Jig Design

Figure 29-5 Page 723

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Chip Clearance Design
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Clamping Considerations

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Forces spread over sufficient area to _____________ distortion

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Figure 29-3 Page 722

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Forces direct work against points of

location and support

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Supporting areas provide adequate

support against cutting forces

Do as much work as possible with each

clamping of workpiece
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Types of Jigs
Plate Jig

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Diameter Jig

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Channel Jigs

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Leaf Jigs

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Ring Jigs

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Box Jigs

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Chapter 29 - Workholding Devices

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Introduction to workholding devices

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Basic understanding of conventional fixture design

Design criteria for workholders

Clamping considerations

Types of jigs

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Review Questions: ______________________________

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