Analysis and Explanation of Locating Components
Below is the analysis and explanation of the locating components for your check and reference. If you have any other questions, please feel free to contact us!
Name |
Analysis and Explanation |
| clamp | Provides clamping and prevents displacement, also known as a clamping block |
| mat | Component providing support, also known as a mounting plate |
| back-up plate | Supporting shim plate |
| lock block | Functions as a limiter, also known as a locating stop |
| P/L lock (female/made) | Parts are numbered as an assembly and exist as a single material number |
| P/L lock (female) | Parts are individually numbered and exist as separate material numbers |
| P/L lock (male) | Parts are individually numbered and exist as separate material numbers |
| locating set | Guiding and positioning component for angular ejectors, angular ejector rods, ejector pins, ejector bars, straight ejectors, and ejector rods |
| spring plunger with ball | Provides temporary positioning, also known as a spring plunger |
| slide retainer | Locating latch used for sliders, e.g., DME standard parts PSL0001, PSL0002, PSL0003 |
| dowel pin | Functions as a positioning element, also known as a pin shaft |
| flat key | Transmits torque and withstands tangential force |
| flat dowel | Pin with two parallel surfaces for positioning |
| harden dowel pin | Hardened pin |
| “U” pin | U-shaped pin |
| stopper | Also known as a stop block or insert, used for limiting and positioning |
| limited washer | Also known as a limit bushing, commonly used in three-plate molds to control the runner plate opening distance |
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