Gibraltar 428-85032 Horizontal Drill Press Vise Cast Iron

Product Description

The GIBRALTAR 428-85032 is a horizontal drill press vise designed for securing workpieces during drilling operations on a drill press. Built from cast iron, it features a 3-inch jaw opening capacity and a 1-1/16-inch throat depth, giving technicians and machinists reliable clamping range for small to medium workpieces. The stationary base keeps the vise fixed during standard-speed spindle operations, reducing workpiece movement and improving hole placement accuracy. At 7.25 inches overall length and 2.975 inches overall height, it fits most benchtop and floor-standing drill press tables without interference.

This vise is suited for metal fabrication shops, machine shops, and maintenance environments where precise drilling is required. The stationary base design makes it appropriate for repetitive drilling tasks where repositioning is not needed between operations. The 3-inch wide jaw provides broad contact across the workpiece face, distributing clamping force evenly and reducing the risk of marking or shifting the part during the drill cycle.

Key Features

• 3-inch jaw opening capacity accommodates a wide range of workpiece sizes
• 1-1/16-inch throat depth allows clearance for taller or stepped workpieces
• Cast iron construction provides rigidity and resistance to deflection under load
• Stationary base eliminates lateral movement during drilling
• Standard spindle operation compatible with conventional drill press setups
• Compact 7.25-inch overall length fits standard drill press tables

Compatibility

Designed as an OEM-style replacement or direct-fit vise for horizontal drill press applications with stationary base mounting requirements.

Installation Notes

A qualified machinist or maintenance technician should mount this vise to the drill press table using appropriate T-slot hardware or mounting bolts suitable for the table configuration. Power down and lock out the drill press before mounting or adjusting the vise. Ensure the vise is centered and squared to the spindle axis before tightening fasteners to maintain drilling accuracy.