Precision Vise. Milling Vise. DIY 100% Homemade!

[machining 4 all]

This is my version for precision vise or milling vise. I made some simplifications in the project, to facilitate the manufacture. I created an alternative model for the fixation nut and changed the fixed jaw and the movable jaw. This project is a good exercise to train manufacturing skills and patience.

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Below is a brief description of the tools and materials needed for its execution:

- Drill 5.0 mm
- Drill 6.0 mm
- Drill 7.0 mm
- Drill 8.0 mm
- Drill 10.0 mm
- Drill 14.0 mm
- End mill 10.0 mm
- Countersink diameter 19.0 mm
- Male M6
- Male M8
- Plate 32.0 mm x 102.0 mm x 182.0 mm
- Plate 32.0 mm x 62.0 mm x 102.0 mm
- Plate 32.0 mm x 32.0 mm x 102.0 mm
- Plate 18.0 mm x 27.0 mm x 37.0 mm
- Round bar diameter 21.0 mm x 9.0 mm
- Allen screw M6 x 30.0 mm
- Allen screw M8 x 50.0 mm

Approximate cost:
- Plates and round bar (scrap): U$8.00
- Screws: U$0.50
- Labor: it's part of the fun!

Approximate manufacturing time:
- 3 days (with several interruptions)

Full project available below!

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More details of the project...

[DIYSwede]

Thanks M4A for sharing an eminent build with video, pics and drawings!
Still only monday - but perhaps TOTW?

Clever solution to keep the fixation nut from twisting when tightening.
What plate material did you use?
-Not intending to be impertinent, but I wonder if you find the two M6 x30 allen bolts
(in both shear and tension) being sufficient for holding the fixed jaw,
or if it perhaps tends to lift upwards-backwards a tiny bit when clamping down hard?
Some solutions use a perpendicular rear key in milled slots in the base & fixed jaw,
thus the jaw stays put and the bolts (now just taking tension) only needs to hold the jaw down.

ATB and TIA
Johan

[machining 4 all]

Thanks DIYSwede for the comments! Answering your questions:

- Material of the plate: by machining, probably SAE-1045 (I can't say for sure, I bought it in scrap. To have a notion, you would have to perform at least one chemical analysis). It certainly wasn't ASTM-A36.
- Allen screws: easily found in hardware stores. If you do not have this length, buy longer and cut to adapt.
- By my calculations, M6 is enough to keep the jaw fixed in place. If you want, you can replace it with M8.
- As the screw fixation occurs at 45 degrees, the movable jaw tends to descend, which completely locks the part.
- I will still manufacture tempered jaws, so there are some details to complete the project.

I hope I answered your questions, hug!

[machining 4 all]

TOTW? No way...

[DIYSwede]

M4A: -Thanks for your quick replies - I'm absolutely content!

ATB
Johan

[DIYer]

Thanks machining 4 all! We've added your Mill Vise to our Vises category,
as well as to your builder page: machining 4 all's Homemade Tools. Your receipt:

Mill Vise by machining 4 all

tags: vise, milling

[machining 4 all]

Please, reconsider the score for level of detail... I tried to pass on as much information as possible: list of materials, drawings, photos, footage ...

[DIYSwede]

For further info on how to make a vise like this, Ishimura's site might be worth a look:

MAKING OF VISE

Note: the link to the english drawing is broken, the japanese still works
(Caution: Metric dimensions!):

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While I'm at it: Ishimura's entire home page might be of use again around here:

Mini Lathe Workshop