An angle drill press vise, cradle type, is a specialized tool used in conjunction with a drill press or milling machine. It is designed to hold and secure workpieces at various angles for drilling, milling, or other machining operations.
The cradle type vise consists of a sturdy base with two jaws that are hinged at one end and can be opened or closed using a handle or a screw mechanism. The jaws are typically lined with soft jaws or removable jaw pads to prevent damage to the workpiece. The jaws can be adjusted to accommodate different workpiece sizes and securely hold them in place during the machining process.
What sets the angle drill press vise, cradle type, apart is its ability to tilt and lock at various angles. It usually has a swivel base that allows the vise to rotate horizontally, and the jaws can be tilted vertically to a certain degree. This feature enables the user to position the workpiece at a specific angle, which is particularly useful when drilling or milling holes at non-standard angles or when creating angled cuts or chamfers.
The angle drill press vise, cradle type, provides stability and precision, ensuring accurate machining operations. It is commonly used in metalworking, woodworking, and other industries where precise drilling or milling at various angles is required.
Solid cast-iron construction provides added stability
Take note of the jaw width of the vise, and make sure that it's large enough to be used for the projects you have in mind. Keep in mind that “jaw width” may not be the same as “jaw opening."
On a similar note, what type of material are you going to be using in your vise? If you’re planning on working with metal piping, make sure to choose a model that has a pipe jaw. This is a separate, angled jaw that makes it easy to clamp a round pipe, much easier than trying to secure it in the flat face, which can easily dent or misshape your pipe. This feature is really convenient for using a hacksaw on metal pipes. On the other hand, if you’re looking to secure large wood pieces, and don’t want to risk damaging their delicate surface, go with a dedicated woodworking vise.
Specificaiton:
| Size | Jaw Width | Jaw Depth | Opening | Weight (kg) | CTN | CUFT |
| 3"/ 75 mm | 3"/ 75 mm | 1-1/4" / 31.8 mm | 3"/ 75 mm | 4 | 6pcs / 25.2 kg | 0.85 |
| 4"/ 100 mm | 4"/ 100 mm | 1-1/4" / 31.8 mm | 4"/ 100 mm | 6.1 | 4pcs / 25.2 kg | 0.81 |
