kantläget

Kantläget is a Swedish term that describes the relative position of a feature to the edge of a workpiece. It covers both the distance from the edge and the orientation of the edge with respect to other features or reference planes. The concept is used across manufacturing, machining, carpentry, metalworking, and assembly to secure proper fit, finish, and function.

In machining and fabrication, kantläget guides toolpaths, fixturing, and tolerances. When creating pockets, grooves, or features near an edge, specifying the kantläge helps ensure consistent wall thickness, clearance, and alignment. In woodworking, accurate edge positioning is crucial for reliable edge-to-edge joints, panel alignment, and a uniform surface. Misalignments can lead to visible seams, uneven glue lines, or gaps.

For quality control, measuring the kantläge against defined tolerances is a common practice. Measurements may be taken with calipers, micrometers, coordinate measuring machines, or optical edge sensors to verify that the edge position meets design requirements. The term may appear in technical drawings and manufacturing instructions, often alongside other tolerances and datum references.

In practice, kantläget is closely linked to broader concepts such as edge alignment, datum references, and tolerance specification. While the exact usage can vary between industries, the core idea remains the same: ensuring the correct position and orientation of a feature relative to the edge of the part.