Precision workpiece positioning means for machine tools
US4186916A · kind A · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Sep 18, 1978 |
| Grant date | Feb 5, 1980 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Sep 18, 1998 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC F)Mechanical Engineering; Lighting; Heating
- CPC primaryF16B13/124
- WIPO fieldMachine tools
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
A precision workpiece positioner in the form of a rectangular parallelepiped has divided extensions projecting beyond one surface thereof for entry into the mouth of a locator slot in a machine tool table. Tapered expanders spread the divided extensions into positive engagement with the mouth of the slot. A screw engaged with the workpiece positioner draws a T-nut into tight locking engagement with the table which has a T-cross section. The positioner may be used in association with a workpiece clamp or plural positioners engaged in parallel table slots can align longer workpieces for machining.
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