Gibraltar 428-72042 Machine Vise 3 Inch Jaw Angle Base

Product Description

The GIBRALTAR 428-72042 is a manual machine vise designed for securing workpieces during machining, drilling, and milling operations. It features a 3-inch jaw width and 3-inch jaw opening, giving machinists and tool room technicians a solid grip on a wide range of part sizes. The stationary base and angle orientation make it well suited for setups that require a fixed, angled workholding position. With a jaw height of 1-1/8 inches and an overall height of 4-1/8 inches, this vise fits compact machine tables without sacrificing clamping reach. It weighs 14 pounds, indicating a solid cast construction appropriate for production and job shop environments.

This vise is intended for use on drill presses, milling machines, and similar machine tool setups in manufacturing, maintenance, and tool room applications. The single-station design and stationary base suit installations where the vise remains fixed in one position on the table. It is operated manually, making it straightforward to set up and adjust without pneumatic or hydraulic infrastructure. Machinists, tool and die makers, and maintenance technicians working in light to medium-duty production environments will find this a practical workholding solution.

Key Features

• 3-inch jaw width accommodates a broad range of workpiece sizes
• 3-inch jaw opening provides clearance for larger stock or assemblies
• Angle orientation supports angled workholding without secondary fixturing
• Stationary base keeps the vise fixed during operation for consistent, repeatable setups
• 1-1/8-inch jaw height and 4-1/8-inch overall height fit standard machine table envelopes
• Manual operation requires no additional pneumatic or hydraulic supply lines

Compatibility

Designed as an OEM-style replacement or direct-fit workholding vise for drill press and milling machine tables requiring a stationary, angle-type vise with a 3-inch jaw width.

Installation Notes

Installation is typically performed by a machinist or tool room technician. Power down and lock out the machine before mounting or repositioning the vise on the table. Secure the vise to the machine table using appropriate T-slot bolts or strap clamps rated for the table slot size. Verify that the vise is seated flat and fully tightened before beginning any machining operation.