How to use a milling vice?

3rd March 2020


How to use a milling vice


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		Here are a few quick and easy steps explaining how to use your milling vice.

		Step 1 – Attach vice Before using your milling vice with a machine, you should ensure it is firmly mounted to the machine’s table. For more information on mounting, visit How to mount a machine vice.

		Step 2 – Mark cut line Mark the line that you wish to cut on your workpiece.


		Step 3 – Open jaws Open the jaws of the vice by rotating the handle in an anti-clockwise direction.

		Step 4 – Position workpiece Next, place your workpiece into the open vice jaws. At this point, make sure the body of the workpiece is placed firmly into the jaws, and as far down the vice’s throat as possible.

		This is due to the huge amount of pressure that is exerted from the cutter, which could cause the workpiece to spin if not clamped properly.

		Step 5 – Close jaws Secure the workpiece within the jaws by rotating the handle clockwise. Close the jaws tightly, ensuring there is no possibility of the workpiece slipping out of place.

		Step 6 – Align cutter Making sure the machine is off, align the cutter with the workpiece.

		To get an accurate alignment, you may need to use a dial indicator, which is a tool used to accurately measure and amplify small angles and distances during machining.

		Step 7 – Mill When ready, turn the milling machine on and slowly begin the milling operation.