What sizes of angle vise are available?
Angle vise is available in a variety of jaw widths, from small light duty models to larger heavy duty models. As the width of the jaw increases, the overall size of the vise should be proportional to the jaws.
The following dimensions apply to all types of angle vise.The weight of the angle vise can vary from 8 pounds (approximately 3.5 kg) to 210 pounds (approximately 95 kg), depending on the overall size of the vise.Jaw width is the width of the jaws from one side to the other, measured as a horizontal distance along the top of the jaw margin.The opening of the vise jaws is how far the mouths of the jaws can open.Jaw depth is the depth of the vise jaws, measured by the vertical distance from the top edge of the jaws to the base.The size of the vise required depends on the size of the material to be clamped. The user must ensure that the opening of the vise jaws is wide enough to hold the workpiece in the hand. A vise with a narrower jaw width and opening will be tighter than a larger vise, however they may also be easier to use and maneuver as their smaller design means they will be lighter.Weight is another aspect to consider when purchasing a machine vice. Although most drill presses and milling machines have a table capable of holding a vise of any weight, this is always important to check.For more information on different vise sizes, see What are the different vise sizes?
The following dimensions apply to all types of angle vise.The weight
The weight of the angle vise can vary from 8 pounds (approximately 3.5 kg) to 210 pounds (approximately 95 kg), depending on the overall size of the vise.Jaw width
Jaw width is the width of the jaws from one side to the other, measured as a horizontal distance along the top of the jaw margin.Smallest available: 50 mm (approx. 2 inches)
Largest available: 200 mm (approx. 8 inches)
Jaw opening
The opening of the vise jaws is how far the mouths of the jaws can open.Smallest available: 50 mm (approx. 2 inches)
Largest available: 200 mm (approx. 8 inches)
Throat depth
Jaw depth is the depth of the vise jaws, measured by the vertical distance from the top edge of the jaws to the base.Smallest available: 25 mm (approx. 1 inches)
Largest available: 60 mm (approx. 2.5 inches)
How to choose an angle vise
The size of the vise required depends on the size of the material to be clamped. The user must ensure that the opening of the vise jaws is wide enough to hold the workpiece in the hand. A vise with a narrower jaw width and opening will be tighter than a larger vise, however they may also be easier to use and maneuver as their smaller design means they will be lighter.
Weight is another aspect to consider when purchasing a machine vice. Although most drill presses and milling machines have a table capable of holding a vise of any weight, this is always important to check.To find out how much the table of your machine weighs, please refer to the product specifications.
For more information on different vise sizes, see What are the different vise sizes?
