What are locating pins?

Locating pins are essential components used in factory automation to achieve precise alignment and positioning of workpieces during assembly and machining processes. These pins are inserted into precision holes or bushings to establish accurate alignment and prevent movement or misalignment of parts.

What are the main benefits of using locating pins?

The use of locating pins offers several benefits in factory automation. They ensure accurate and repeatable positioning, improving the overall quality and consistency of assembled products. Locating pins also enhance productivity by reducing assembly time and minimizing errors. They provide stability and prevent movement or shifting of components, resulting in better alignment and fit. Additionally, locating pins help to maintain proper tolerances and ensure efficient machining processes.

What are the different types of locating pins?

There are various types of locating pins, including dowel locating pins and conical locating pins. Dowel locating pins have a cylindrical shape and are commonly used for precise alignment in fixtures. Conical locating pins feature a tapered design, allowing for self-centering and enhanced stability.

What materials are locating pins made from?

Locating pins are typically made from durable and corrosion-resistant materials such as hardened steel, stainless steel, or tungsten carbide. The choice of material depends on the specific application requirements, including load capacity, environmental conditions, and desired longevity.

How do I install and use locating pins effectively?

To install locating pins, align the pin with the pre-drilled hole or bushing and gently insert it until it is securely in place. Ensure that the pin fits snugly and does not protrude excessively. When using locating pins, it is essential to follow the design specifications and guidelines provided by the manufacturer. Proper maintenance, including periodic cleaning and lubrication, can also help ensure optimal performance and longevity of locating pins.

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MISUMI Locating Pins

Locating Pins products in the Automation Components category from MISUMI. The product can be selected based on many product specifications such as Basic Shape, Insertion Guide Tip Shape, Insertion Guide Tip Type, Insertion Guide Specifications, Mounting Side Shape. MISUMI offers products around 4 items and the product specifications can easily be compared. Search and select detailed specifications of parts for your machine with free CAD downloads. MISUMI products are available to order through MISUMI online 24 hours a day. Free shipping, no minimum order.

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Insertion Guide Tip Shape
- Round
- Diamond
- Triangle
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Insertion Guide Tip Type
- Tapered
- Round Tapered
- Taper R
- R
- Spherical
- Flat
- Ball End
- Bullet Nose
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Insertion Guide Specifications
- Not Provided
- With Screw Mount Hole
- With Hex Socket
- With Flathead Slot
- Tapped
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Mounting Side Shape
- Straight (Press-Fit)
- Tapped
- Threaded
- Circumference Groove
- Notch
- Set Screw Flat
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Clear

Surface Treatment
- Not Provided
- Black Oxide
- Electroless Nickel Plating
- Hard Chrome Plating
- Buffed
- Hard Chrome Plating + Buffed
- Anodize
- Polishing
- Isonite Treatment
Clear

Heat Treatment
- Not Provided
- Carburized
- Directly Quenching
Clear

Material
- Steel
- Stainless Steel
- Resin
- Aluminum
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Insertion Guide Outer Dia. D1(mm)
1

1.5

2

3

3.5

4

4.5

5

6

7

8

8.2

9

10

11

12

12.2

13

13.5

14

15

16

16.5

18

19

20

22

24

24.5

25

26

28

30

31.5

32

40

45

50
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Clear

Insertion Guide Tolerance
-0.01/-0.05

-0.01/-0.02

0/-0.3

0/-0.2

0/-0.1

0/-0.05

0/-0.02

0/-0.01

0/-0.005

±0.002

0.005/0

±0.02

0.02/0

g6

h6

m6

p6

h7

H8

h9
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Mounting Side Outer Dia. d(Ø)
1

2

3

4

5

6

6S

6T

7

8

8S

8T

9.9

10

10S

10T

11.9

12

12S

12T

13

13T

13.9

14

15

15.9

16

16S

16T

18

19

19.9

20

20T

22

24

25

30

32

38

39

40

46

48

50

56

58
[0.5-6/0.01Ø Unit(s)]
Drawing

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Mounting Side Tolerance
-0.01/-0.03

0/-0.3

0/-0.2

0/-0.05

0/-0.02

0/-0.01

0/-0.005

±0.002

0.005/0

0.012/0.007

±0.2

g6

h6

m6

n6

p6

h7
Clear

Basic Shape	Large Head Small Head Straight / Air Vent Shouldered Screw Mounted Flanged Double-Stepped Straight
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Locating Pins - Straight, Tapered

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This is an economy item, The price is cheaper than the MISUMI standard product.
This Straight, Press Fit Type product archives a short lead time and low price by narrowing the size and tolerance for specific applications.

From: ฿ 34.42
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Large Head Locating Pins - Spherical

MiSUMi C-VALUE

- Large Head Locating Pins – Spherical tip type, C-JPQB / C-JPQD series from MISUMI.
- Standard type with spherical head. Rod diameter tolerance that can be specified for the press-fit part and lead-in part: m6, p6.
- The mounting method is press-fit type, which is simple and convenient.
- Optional Material: Iron (SKS3); Stainless Steel (SUS304, SUS440C), suitable for positioning of a variety of workpieces.
- SUS304 Material, effectively ensuring anti-rust.
- The lead-in part of the sphere can make the workpiece lead in by sliding sideways, without damage.

From: ฿ 71.98
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Locating Pin - Straight, Configurable[RoHS Comliant]

MiSUMi C-VALUE

Straight Type Locating Pins with the diameter configurable in 0.01 mm increments. *The minimum order quantity is 30 pcs. Please check with the part number tab or WOS

Days to Ship: 5 Day(s)

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MiSUMi C-VALUE

Large Head Locating Pins - Tapered

MiSUMi C-VALUE

- Large Head Locating Pins – Tapered tip type C-JPBB / C-JPDB series from MISUMI.
- This is an economy item; The price is cheaper than the MISUMI standard product.
- Standard type with tapered lead-in part. Press-fit use, the tolerance of the press-fit part can be specified: m6, p6, g6.
- The head is available in round and polygonal types. The fixed type is cheap, and the freely specified type is rich in specifications.
- Optional Material: Iron (SKS3); Stainless Steel (SUS304, SUS440C), suitable for positioning of a variety of workpieces.
- Hard chrome plated surface, effectively ensuring surface hardness and antirust.

From: ฿ 62.13
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Insertion Guide Tip Shape
Insertion Guide Tip Type
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Mounting Side Shape
Surface Treatment
Heat Treatment
Material
Insertion Guide Outer Dia. D1(mm)
Insertion Guide Tolerance
Mounting Side Outer Dia. d(Ø)
Mounting Side Tolerance

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Brand	MiSUMi C-VALUE	MiSUMi C-VALUE	MiSUMi C-VALUE	MiSUMi C-VALUE
Product Series	Locating Pins - Straight, Tapered	Large Head Locating Pins - Spherical	Locating Pin - Straight, Configurable[RoHS Comliant]	Large Head Locating Pins - Tapered
CAD	2D / 3D	2D / 3D	2D / 3D	2D / 3D
From	฿ 34.42 Special Price On Sale Until 31/03/2025	฿ 71.98		฿ 62.13
Days to Ship	Same day	Same day	5 Day(s)	Same day
Specifications
Basic Shape	Straight / Air Vent	Large Head	Straight / Air Vent	Large Head
Insertion Guide Tip Shape	Round	Round / Diamond	Round	Round / Diamond
Insertion Guide Tip Type	-	Spherical	Tapered / Spherical / Flat	Tapered
Insertion Guide Specifications	Not Provided	Not Provided	Not Provided	Not Provided
Mounting Side Shape	Straight (Press-Fit)	Straight (Press-Fit)	Straight (Press-Fit)	Straight (Press-Fit)
Surface Treatment	Not Provided	Not Provided	Not Provided	Not Provided
Heat Treatment	Directly Quenching	Directly Quenching	Not Provided	Directly Quenching
Material	-	-	Stainless Steel	-
Insertion Guide Outer Dia. D1(mm)	3 ～ 8	3 ～ 12	-	3 ～ 12
Insertion Guide Tolerance	g6 ～ m6	-0.01/-0.02	g6 ～ p6	-0.01/-0.02
Mounting Side Outer Dia. d(Ø)	-	2 ～ 10	0.5 ～ 6	2 ～ 10
Mounting Side Tolerance	-	m6	g6 ～ p6	m6

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FAQ Locating Pins

Question: What are locating pins?: Answer: Locating pins are essential components used in factory automation to achieve precise alignment and positioning of workpieces during assembly and machining processes. These pins are inserted into precision holes or bushings to establish accurate alignment and prevent movement or misalignment of parts.
Question: What are the main benefits of using locating pins?: Answer: The use of locating pins offers several benefits in factory automation. They ensure accurate and repeatable positioning, improving the overall quality and consistency of assembled products. Locating pins also enhance productivity by reducing assembly time and minimizing errors. They provide stability and prevent movement or shifting of components, resulting in better alignment and fit. Additionally, locating pins help to maintain proper tolerances and ensure efficient machining processes.
Question: What are the different types of locating pins?: Answer: There are various types of locating pins, including dowel locating pins and conical locating pins. Dowel locating pins have a cylindrical shape and are commonly used for precise alignment in fixtures. Conical locating pins feature a tapered design, allowing for self-centering and enhanced stability.
Question: What materials are locating pins made from?: Answer: Locating pins are typically made from durable and corrosion-resistant materials such as hardened steel, stainless steel, or tungsten carbide. The choice of material depends on the specific application requirements, including load capacity, environmental conditions, and desired longevity.
Question: How do I install and use locating pins effectively?: Answer: To install locating pins, align the pin with the pre-drilled hole or bushing and gently insert it until it is securely in place. Ensure that the pin fits snugly and does not protrude excessively. When using locating pins, it is essential to follow the design specifications and guidelines provided by the manufacturer. Proper maintenance, including periodic cleaning and lubrication, can also help ensure optimal performance and longevity of locating pins.