Locating with variable hole diameters: pressure-type locator choice If the hole diameter varies considerably between parts, which pressure-type locator is preferred in jigs/fixtures for locating through the hole? Choose the best option.
Mechanical Engineering
Production Engineering
Difficulty: Medium
Choose an option
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AConical locator
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BCylindrical locator
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CDiamond pin locator
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DVee locator
Answer
Correct Answer: Conical locator
Explanation
ConceptA conical locator (often spring-loaded/pressure type) can accommodate reasonable hole size variations while still centering the part. Cylindrical pins need tight hole tolerance; diamond pins relieve one direction for repeatability, not size variation; vee locators suit cylindrical external surfaces.
Final AnswerConical locator.