CNC Vice Recommendations Summary

The Current CNC Vise

• Vevor 6" CNC Milling Machine Vise Clamping Vice Precision without Base
  • One user expressed interest in a vise from Vevor, though they haven't tried it yet.
  • The user wants a lower profile, rigid, and strong vise to prevent workpiece movement.

Recommended CNC Vise Types and Feedback

• Onefinity CNC Machine
  • Users praised the Onefinity CNC Machine for being a great machine with nice parts.
• 3" Grinding Vise
  • Good fit and finish for the price, but may be too tall for some routers.
• Aliexpress Vise (2nd option)
  • Described as garbage with significant jaw lift and an overpriced aluminum vise.
• Vevor 6" Vise
  • Super cheap with poor fit and finish, lacking angular contact bearing.
• Kurt 6" Vise
  • Compared to Vevor, it is amazing but very expensive and large for most routers.
• Saunders Machine Vise System
  • Suggested for being low profile with a large clamping range and the potential for DIY versions.
• Mitee Bite Clamps
  • Expensive but flexible clamping option.
• Pallet System
  • Supports various clamps and flat surfaces for gluing.

Impact of Using Inappropriate Tools

• Torque Limiting Extension Bar
  • Suggested to prevent potential issues caused by improper tools.
• Impact Driver Usage
  • Using an impact driver on a vise can lead to wear, fatigue the screw over time, and affect tolerances.
  • Impact torque can be uncontrolled, impacting the tightness of vise jaws.
  • Impact tools lack feedback on applied torque, potentially leading to over-tightening.
• Safety and Productivity Concerns
  • Impact usage could impact vise longevity and part quality, but increased throughput may offset costs.
  • Safety and equipment wear considerations are crucial.
  • Regular inspection of bolts and tap threads recommended.

Use of Impact Wrenches on Vises

• Careful Application
  • Cautioned against using an impact wrench on vises unless necessary, with emphasis on proper torquing.
• Potential Impact
  • Impact guns can produce high torque, possibly leading to bolt damage with prolonged use.
• Recommendations
  • Hand tightening advised for vise clamping.
• Professional Advice
  • Former distributor highlighted risks of impact usage and potential warranty void on vices.

Conclusion

• Key Takeaways
  • Proper vise selection is essential for CNC work to ensure stability, reliability, and safety.
  • Consider user feedback, quality, fit, and finish when choosing a CNC vise.
  • Safeguarding equipment, ensuring proper torque application, and prioritizing safety are paramount in CNC operations.