Patent ID: 6039312
Filing Date: 2000-03-21
Classification: B23Q,B25B,Y10S

Abstract:
An index pin for fastening to a baseplate and extending into a workpiece hole for locating a workpiece relative to a baseplate which comprises:a head;least two flats on said head;means for fastening said head to a base plate with said flats aligned substantially perpendicular to said base plate;a coaxial extension having a proximal end secured to said head, a distal end extending opposite said proximal end and having a predetermined diameter for fitting into a base plate hole;an axial aperture through said head and extension;said axial aperture having an internal thread;at least one slot in the extension distal end;said axial aperture having a gradually decreasing diameter toward said distal end; anda setscrew threaded into said internal thread:whereby threading said setscrew toward said distal end will expand said extension into pressure contact with said base plate hole.