What are Jigs and Fixtures?

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What you need to know.

The terms jig and fixture are often confused and used interchangeably, however, despite sharing similar functions, the two are functionally different.

Jigs are tools that hold a cutting tool in place or guide it as it performs a repetitive task like drilling or tapping holes. Fixtures, on the other hand, do not guide a cutting tool, but hold a workpiece steady in a fixed position, orientation, or location.

Our goal in this article is to learn the subtle differences between these manufacturing tools by examining how they are used to improve manufacturing quality, reduce production costs, and automate work.

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