WorksheetsQuiz on Machine Vices and Work Holding Devices
Total questions: 15
Worksheet time: 8mins
What tool is used to set a vice square if tenons are not fitted?
Hammer
Dial test indicator (DTI)
Screwdriver
Wrench
Which device is used to ensure the vice jaws are square to the machine's table?
Spirit level
Dial test indicator (DTI)
Protractor
Caliper
What is the main advantage of using a vice with tenons?
Increased weight
Quick and accurate setting
Reduced cost
Enhanced color
How is the angle set on a swivelling vice?
By using a dial test indicator
By rotating the jaws
By swivelling the body of the vice
By adjusting the base
What tool is used to accurately set up a tilting and swivelling machine vice?
A rotary scale
A dial test indicator (DTI)
A locking mechanism
A swivel base
What effect do the teeth of the cutter have on the work piece?
They force the work piece against the angle plate
They smooth the surface of the work piece
They rotate the work piece
They lift the work piece
What is a common issue with sand cast work pieces in vices?
Difficulty in gripping securely
Excessive weight
High flexibility
Bright color
What type of machine is shown in the first diagram?
Horizontal milling machine
Vertical milling machine
Lathe machine
Drill press
What is the primary use of indexing devices?
Cutting materials
Mounting work pieces for rotation
Measuring angles
Polishing surfaces
Indexing devices are primarily used for work pieces that need to be rotated through what?
A straight line
A curve
An angle
A circle
What is the main component of the simple indexing unit shown in the document?
Four-jaw chuck
Three-jaw chuck
Two-jaw chuck
Five-jaw chuck
What is the purpose of the three-jaw chuck in the indexing device?
To hold the work piece securely
To measure angles
To polish surfaces
To cut materials
Why are fixtures considered expensive to produce?
They require rare materials
They involve complex technology
They are used for large batch production
They are custom-made for each product
In what type of production are both fixtures and jigs commonly used?
Custom production
Large batch production
Prototype production
Small batch production
How does a jig contribute to the accuracy of a manufacturing process?
By reducing material costs
By providing a guide for the cutting tool
By increasing production speed
By simplifying the design
