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US 4,538,355 AGranted
Removable and replaceable indexing and locating tooling component
AssigneeGeneral Dynamics Corporation/Convair Div.
InventorManfred Morghen
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Abstract
An indexing and locating component to be used with a fixture for precision machining of parts. The component includes a receiver bushing press fitted into a fixture and a locating pin which is adjustable rotationally as well as vertically. A lock nut locks the pin in a predetermined position and permits removal and replacement of the pin with another pin having another configuration. Locating pins of various configurations are shown.
Claims9
An indexing and locating component adapted to be used with a sub-plate for precision machining of parts and comprising:
- a generally tubular bushing having a longitudinally extending predetermined bore that is provided with a threaded portion, the external diameter of the bushing being sized so as to be capable of being received within a predetermined bore in the sub-plate;
- a locator means replaceably positioned within the bushing and adapted to extend above the upper surface of the sub-plate for indexing and locating a production part that is positioned on the sub-plate for machining;
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- a removable locking means cooperating with the bushing and the locator means to lock the locator means in a predetermined vertical and rotational position.
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