VERTEX K Type Milling Vise,knuckle VISE,VK-4,5,6,8
The Vertex K Type Milling Vise (knuckle vise) is a manually operated machine vise used to hold workpieces on milling, grinding and drilling machines. It is a durable, general-purpose workholding vise for toolroom and production work, and is stocked and supplied by SAN Tools in the UAE from our Dubai Al Quoz, Sharjah and Ajman branches.
Key features
- High tensile iron casting construction — the body, movable jaw and swivel base are made from close-grained high tensile iron castings, built for heavy duty machining and retained accuracy.
- Hardened and ground jaw plates — jaw plates are made from hardened and ground tool steel for durability and a reliable grip.
- Precision, practical build — a practical piece of workholding equipment with good precision and a high quality finish.
- Knuckle-type swivel base — suits milling, grinding and drilling applications where the vise may need to be repositioned.
Applications
- Milling machine workholding
- Grinding machine workholding
- Drilling machine workholding
- General toolroom and production fixturing
Specifications
| Attribute | Detail |
|---|---|
| Vendor / brand | Vertex |
| Product type | Milling — knuckle vise |
| Body / jaw / swivel base material | Close-grained high tensile iron castings |
| Jaw plate material | Hardened and ground tool steel |
| Recommended uses | Milling, grinding, drilling |
| Sizes / variants available | VK 4 (1002-040), VK 5 (1002-041), VK 6 (1002-042), VK 8 (1002-043) |
How to choose
- Match jaw width to your workpiece and machine table — VK 4 suits smaller work, while VK 6 and VK 8 suit larger workpieces and heavier cuts.
- Check table T-slot spacing and vise footprint before ordering to confirm it fits your machine.
- Choose based on duty cycle — for continuous heavy-duty milling, size up to keep clamping force and rigidity comfortably within the vise's capacity.
Frequently asked questions
What is the difference between VK 4, VK 5, VK 6 and VK 8?
They are the same knuckle vise design in increasing jaw sizes (model numbers 1002-040, 1002-041, 1002-042 and 1002-043 respectively), suited to progressively larger workpieces.
What machines is this vise suitable for?
It is suitable for milling, grinding and drilling machines.
Is this available with delivery in the UAE?
Yes. Available from our Dubai, Sharjah and Ajman branches with UAE-wide delivery; request a quote or WhatsApp +971 52 132 7742.
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