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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Locating Pins（Surface Treatment：Isonite Treatment）

Locating pins, essential in many industries, including the design and assembly of fixtures, play an invaluable role in achieving the precise alignment and positioning of workpieces. These locating pins come in several types, including dowel locating pins and conical locating pins.Dowel locating pins are characterized by their cylindrical shape. They are frequently utilized in fixtures to ensure pinpoint accuracy in alignment. On the other hand, the conical locating pins sport a tapered design that paves the way for self-centering and enhanced stability, making them a popular choice among professionals.When selecting locating pins for fixtures, it's crucial to take into account various factors. These include size, the material they're made from, and the specific tolerance requirements of your project. Additionally, locating pin design calculations are often performed to confirm that the pins can endure anticipated loads while maintaining their essential alignment.Alongside locating pins, bushings are commonly used in fixtures. These components provide extra support and significantly reduce friction between the components that mate. In many scenarios, the combination of locating pins and bushings is a winning strategy. This dynamic duo ensures precise positioning, improves assembly efficiency, and boosts the overall quality of the final product across a wide range of manufacturing applications.Whether you're a seasoned professional or just getting started in the industry, understanding the function of locating pins and bushings can greatly enhance the precision and efficiency of your assembly processes.

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Environmentally friendly
- RoHS Compliant (10 Substances)
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Clean Washed
Details

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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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Surface Treatment
- Not Provided
- Black Oxide
- Electroless Nickel Plating
- Hard Chrome Plating
- Buffed
- Hard Chrome Plating + Buffed
- Anodize
- Polishing
- Isonite Treatment
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Heat Treatment
- Not Provided
- Carburized
- Directly Quenching
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Material
- Steel
- Stainless Steel
- Resin
- Aluminum
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Insertion Guide Outer Dia. D1(mm)
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1.5

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4

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7

8

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9

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11

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24

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25

26

28

30

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40

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50
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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)
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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

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15.9

16

16S

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18

19

19.9

20

20T

22

24

25

30

32

38

39

40

46

48

50

56

58
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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
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Cleaning Method
- Degreasing
- Precision Cleaning
- Electrolytic Polishing + Precision Cleaning
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Insertion Guide Specifications	Not Provided	Not Provided	With Screw Mount Hole	With Screw Mount Hole	Not Provided
Mounting Side Shape	Straight (Press-Fit)	Straight (Press-Fit)	Straight (Press-Fit)	Straight (Press-Fit)	Straight (Press-Fit)
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Insertion Guide Outer Dia. D1(mm)	18 ～ 28	18 ～ 28	-	-	8
Insertion Guide Tolerance	g6	g6	-	-	h9
Mounting Side Outer Dia. d(Ø)	39 ～ 56	39 ～ 56	12	25 ～ 56	25
Mounting Side Tolerance	-	-	p6	g6	g6
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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.