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GATE 2020 PI – Question 25

Manufacturing Processes II · Machine Tools · 1 mark · Multiple choice

End-mill cutters are mounted in a vertical milling spindle using a

  1. Vice
  2. Collet
  3. Faceplate
  4. Driver plate

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Correct answer: (B) Collet

Explanation

A collet grips the cylindrical cutter shank concentrically in the spindle. A vice holds the workpiece, whereas faceplates and driver plates are associated with other work/tool mounting arrangements. Thus B is the intended end-mill holder.

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