Wilton 14871 Aluminum Jaw Cap 5.5 Inches

Product Description

The WILTON 14871 is an aluminum jaw cap designed to fit vises with a 5.5-inch jaw width. It provides a soft, non-marring clamping surface that protects finished, machined, or delicate workpieces from damage during securing. Aluminum construction keeps the cap lightweight while delivering enough rigidity to maintain consistent contact across the full jaw face. Machinists, pipefitters, ironworkers, and general trade mechanics use these caps to adapt a standard steel vise for work on softer materials or precision-finished surfaces.

This jaw cap is suited for bench vise applications in commercial shops, maintenance facilities, and trade job sites. It slides onto the existing vise jaw without modification, allowing a quick transition between standard steel jaws and a protective aluminum surface. Tasks such as holding copper fittings, aluminum extrusions, chrome-plated fasteners, or finished pipe sections without leaving jaw marks are common use cases for this part.

Key Features

• Aluminum construction provides a soft, non-marring clamping surface
• 5.5-inch jaw width matches standard vise jaw sizing for a secure fit
• Lightweight at 1 pound, minimizing added mass on the vise jaw
• Sold individually, allowing single-jaw or paired replacement as needed
• Drop-on installation requires no tools or hardware modifications

Compatibility

Designed as an OEM-style replacement jaw cap for bench vises with a 5.5-inch jaw width. Confirm jaw width measurement on the existing vise before ordering.

Installation Notes

Installation is performed by a machinist or general tradesperson and requires no special tools. Ensure the vise is in the open position before seating the cap over the jaw face. Verify the cap seats flush and does not rock or shift before applying clamping force. Inspect the cap periodically for cracks or deformation that could compromise workpiece protection.

Technical Specifications

• Jaw Width: 5.5 inches
• Material: Aluminum
• Weight: 1 pound
• Unit of Measure: Each
• UPC: 019907148715

Standard Information

• Brand: WILTON
• Manufacturer Part Number: 14871