Multiple axis tumbler coating apparatus

摘要

A modular fixture (14) for coating a plurality of workpieces comprises a first end plate (20) and a second end plate (22) spaced from said first end plate (20). A longitudinal axis (28) extends from the first end plate (20) to the second end plate (22). Means is provided for enabling said fixture to be rotated about a first axis (36) parallel to the longitudinal axis. A first arm (42) is attached to the first end plate (20) and first rotation means incorporated within the first arm (42) for allowing a first part to rotate about a second axis (56) at an angle relative to the first axis (36) and for allowing the first part to tilt relative to the first axis (36) while the first part is rotating about said second axis (56). A second arm (42) is attached to the second end plate (22) and second rotation means incorporated within the second arm (42) for allowing a second part to rotate about a third axis (56') at an angle relative to the first axis (36) and for allowing the second part to tilt relative to the first axis (36) while the second part is rotating about the third axis (56').