Explain Milling Fixture?

• A milling fixture is a work holding device which is firmly clamped to the table of milling machine. It holds the work piece in correct position as the table movement carries it past the cutters.
• The table is shifted and set in proper position, in relation to the cutter.
• The work piece is located on the base of the fixture and clamped before starting the operation.
• A milling fixture essentially consists of six components.

1) Base.

2) Tenon strip.

3) Setting block.

4) Tee-bolts.

5) Clamping devices.

6) Locating element.