Gibraltar 56481 Bench Pipe Combination Vise 5 in Swivel

Product Description

The GIBRALTAR 56481 is a medium-duty bench pipe combination vise designed for secure workholding of both flat stock and pipe in trade shop environments. It features a 5-inch jaw width with a 5-inch opening capacity and a throat depth of 3 inches. The pipe jaw accepts pipe ranging from 3/8 inch up to 2.5 inches in diameter, making it practical for plumbing, pipefitting, and general mechanical work. The vise head rotates a full 360 degrees, and the swivel base locks down in any position via two bolt-down lockdowns. Jaw faces are serrated for grip. An integrated anvil surface extends utility beyond clamping. Overall unit weight is 42 pounds, and construction is ductile iron throughout.

This vise is suited for installation on a fixed workbench in plumbing shops, mechanical rooms, or trade service bays where a technician needs reliable pipe and flat-stock holding in a single tool. The 360-degree swivel base with dual lockdowns allows the technician to orient the work toward any angle without repositioning the bench setup. The built-in pipe jaw eliminates the need for a separate pipe vise on the bench. Typical users include plumbers, pipefitters, HVAC service techs, and general mechanical tradespeople who work with both pipe and hardware at a stationary bench station.

Key Features

• 5-inch jaw width and 5-inch opening capacity for versatile flat-stock clamping
• Pipe jaw capacity from 3/8 inch to 2.5 inches diameter
• Full 360-degree swivel base with two bolt-down lockdowns for position lock at any angle
• Integrated anvil work surface for light striking and bending tasks
• Serrated jaw faces provide positive grip on workpieces
• Ductile iron construction for medium-duty shop use

Compatibility

Designed as an OEM-style bench vise for fixed workbench mounting in trade shop, plumbing, and mechanical service environments where combined flat-stock and pipe holding is required.

Installation Notes

Installation is performed by bolting the base to a sturdy workbench surface using two bolt-down mounting points. Ensure the bench top is thick enough and structurally sound to handle clamping loads before mounting. No special tools beyond standard wrenches are required. Verify the mounting surface is clear of obstructions that would restrict the 360-degree swivel range before final bolt torque.