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Differentiate between jigs and fixture

written 5.8 years ago by teamques10 ★ 68k

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written 5.8 years ago by teamques10 ★ 68k

Sr.No.	Parameters	Jigs	Fixtures
01	Definition	A jig may be defined as a device, which holds and locates a work piece as well as guides and controls one or more cutting tools	A fixture is defined as a device used for holding and locating a component or work piece securely in a definite position but it does not guide the cutting tool.
02	Cost	More as compare to fixture as it includes tool guiding and holding arrangement.	Less as compare to jig.
03	Construction	Jigs are lighter in weight for quicker handling	Whereas fixtures are generally heavier in construction.
04	Application	It is used in drilling, reaming or tapping operations.	It is used for operations like milling, planning, Shaping, turning etc	.

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