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Modular Fixturing System
- Tech Articles - Building Modular Setups
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BUILDING MODULAR SETUPS |
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Using Stevens Setup Components to
build a fixture involves the same basic steps that are used to
design conventional fixturing. Setups can be designed (1) on CAD,
(2) in a setup staging area, or (3) at the machine.
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STEP 1 - DETERMINE WORKPIECE LOCATING DATUMS |
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independent locating points required to fully constrain
workpiece in x, y, and z. |
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many workpieces, it is convenient to categorize locating
points into: |
Primary (3 datums defining a plane).
Secondary (2 datums oriented perpendicularly to primary plane).
Tertiary (1 datum oriented perpendicularly to both primary and secondary location.)
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STEP 2 - SELECT MODULAR LOCATING
COMPONENTS |
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indicating or probing requirements, use the built-in accuracy
of the qualified surfaces and bushing locations of Stevens
Setup Components. |
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STEP 3 - SELECT CLAMPING COMPONENTS |
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should directly oppose locators.
Check for
spindle tooling clearances when positioning clamps.
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for spindle tooling clearances when positioning clamps.
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