Fixture

Fixture

A fixture is a workholding or support device used in the manufacturing industry. What makes a fixture unique is that each one is built to fit a particular part or shape. The main purpose of a fixture is to locate and in some cases hold a workpiece during either a machining operation or some other industrial process. A jig differs from a fixture in that it guides the tool to its correct position in addition to locating and supporting the workpiece.

Types of Fixtures:

Special Purpose - They are designed and built to hold a particular work piece for a specific operation on a specific machine or process.