Gibraltar 428-83182 Drill Press Vise 8 in Jaw Cross Slide

Product Description

The GIBRALTAR 428-83182 is a horizontal drill press vise designed for precision workholding on drill presses and milling machines in machine shops, fabrication facilities, and industrial maintenance environments. It features an 8-inch jaw width and an 8-inch jaw opening capacity, accommodating a wide range of workpiece sizes. Throat depth measures 2 inches, providing solid clamping reach. The cross-slide base allows lateral positioning of the workpiece without unclamping, improving repeatability on repetitive drilling operations. Standard spindle operation delivers reliable clamping force for everyday drilling and light milling tasks. The vise body is constructed from cast iron for rigidity and vibration damping under load.

This vise is suited for horizontal orientation use on drill press tables in production and job-shop environments. The cross-slide base design makes it a practical choice for operators who need to reposition workpieces along a second axis between holes. Overall length is 8 inches and overall height is 7.25 inches, making it compatible with mid-size to large drill press tables. At 83.6 pounds, the unit provides inherent stability during operation. Machinists, toolmakers, and maintenance technicians are the primary installers and users of this vise.

Key Features

• 8-inch jaw opening capacity handles a wide range of workpiece widths
• 8-inch jaw width distributes clamping force evenly across the workpiece face
• 2-inch throat depth provides solid grip depth for secure workholding
• Cross-slide base enables lateral workpiece repositioning without unclamping
• Cast iron construction delivers rigidity and vibration damping under drilling loads
• Standard spindle operation for reliable, consistent clamping

Compatibility

Designed as an OEM-style replacement or direct-mount workholding solution for mid-size to large horizontal drill press tables accepting standard vise mounting configurations.

Installation Notes

Installation is typically performed by a machinist or toolmaker using standard T-slot hardware to secure the vise base to the drill press table. Ensure the drill press table is clean and free of chips before mounting to achieve proper seating. Verify that table T-slots match the vise base bolt pattern before tightening fasteners. At 83.6 pounds, use appropriate lifting assistance or a hoist when positioning the vise on the machine table.