Ways to mount many small parts on one pallet – suggestions

[[Ma...]]

Hi Guys,

Could you suggest what solutions you use for mounting many small parts on one pallet (e.g. small rotational parts – bushings, etc.)? 

I’d like to get some inspiration. Previously, we didn’t use the autorun option or measure multiple parts in a single setup.

Photos of holders, fixtures, or links to manufacturers of such solutions would be welcome.

Thanks in advance

 

 

 

 

 

[[Ma...]]

Depending on weight, size and magnetism.

Running in an autorun is good for selecting nests, but using new PiWeb is more time consuming, then the old ones - so if you are concerned about time, then i would use more parts in one program.

Or combination of autorun and many parts in one program ( like each nest would be one line of N parts ).

We've used rubber pad and screw head on granite to place parts and perform quick measure of concentricity.

[[Da...]]

If you have a 3d printer available you can print a fixture, nest, clamps etc that will hold your parts. That's how we setup "pallets" for some of our parts. 

You can always create a measurement plan to inspect your printed fixture if you think it won't be accurate enough. 

[[Jo...]]

You could do something like this using the spring locator pin with 2 dowels. This could either be printed or machined at low cost. 

spring locator pins can be purchased on mcmaster-carr.