FIXTURES

FIXTURES

1. TYPES

   • PLATE FIXTURES
     • simplest form
     • variety of clamp & locator
       • to hold & locate part
   • ANGLE-PLATE FIXTURE
     • variation fixture
     • machined at right angle to locator
     • most at 90°
   • VISE-JAW FIXTURE
     • for small parts
     • least expensive
     • limited by sizes of vise
   • MULTISTATION FIXTURE
     • high speed
     • high production runs
     • machining cycle continuous
     • simplest known as DUPLEX FIXTURE
       • 2 stations
       • loading & unloading during machining operation
   • PROFILING FIXTURE
     • guide tools for machining contours
     • continuously contacts tool
     • impossible incorrectly cut

2. CLASSIFICATION

   • MILLING FIXTURE
   • STRADDLE MILLING FIXTURE
   • LATHE-RADIUS FIXTURE