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Master the Ball & Pin Locking System for Precise Angles

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What happens here

The video demonstrates the unique ball and pin locking system located at the base of the vise. This system features precisely machined grooves on the ball that allow a dedicated locking pin to be inserted. This mechanism enables the vise to be firmly secured in eight distinct positions: four perfectly vertical orientations and four horizontal orientations, all at 90-degree increments. When the pin is engaged, it provides an impressive 130 foot-pounds of torque, ensuring that the workpiece remains absolutely stationary and secure, even during high-impact or force-intensive tasks.

Goal: Secure the vise at precise 90-degree angles for high-torque tasks, ensuring absolute stability.

Tools and materials

  • Locking Pin WORKIQ TOOLS — Used to secure the ball in desired positions
  • Pipe — Workpiece used to demonstrate rotational stability
  • WORKIQ TOOLS Versatile Vise WORKIQ TOOLS — The core vise mechanism with ball and pin system