VersatileLock Vises

Kurt introduces new 8-inch VersatileLock vises available in manual, reverse and hydraulic versions. These vises feature a one-piece body and stationary jaw design integrated with Kurt's Anglock feature. Together, this pull-type jaw clamping design reduces jaw stationary deflection by at least 80 percent providing highly precise clamping repeatability of 0.0005 inch.

Previously available in 4 and 6 inch sizes, the VersatileLock family of vises have become a popular single-station vise because of their many features. All three sizes, 4, 6 and now 8 inch versions are for precision part clamping on machining centers and mills.

All Kurt VersatileLock vises feature 80,000-psi ductile iron bodies with precision machined steel components. Their robust design provides rugged strength, extra rigidity and long-term accuracy while absorbing machining vibration, according to the company. The one-piece vise body and stationary jaw provide greater strength while reducing weight.

The new 8-inch VersatileLock features a full 10-inch jaw opening. The manual vise version can be mounted upright or on either side. It features matched stationary jaw to keyway, including the body height, of +/-0.001 inch. The new 8-inch VersatileLock vise is available in reverse configuration for the added benefit of easier part programming in Y-axis positive direction.

This feature also reduces the "reach-over" distance making part loading safer and easier for the operator. The Hydraulic 8-inch VersatileLock model has a ¼ inch vise stroke.