American Forge & Foundry, Inc.
American Forge & Foundry, Inc. 3943 10.1 In Heavy Duty Swivel Vise tool storage
Heavy-duty swivel vise with 360-degree rotation and 10.1-inch jaw capacity for secure workpiece holding
- 360-degree swivel base with lock-down handles positions work precisely
- Precision-machined, replaceable, hardened steel jaws anchor securely for strength
- Class 30 iron castings deliver 30,000 lb tensile strength for durability
- Built-in pipe jaws with 5" maximum opening add versatile clamping
- Machine-ground anvil surface supports metal forming and shaping tasks
10.1 In Heavy Duty Swivel Vise
The American Forge & Foundry 3943 is a bench vise built from class 30 iron castings rated at 30,000 lb tensile strength. It is designed for woodworkers, metalworkers and general fabricators who need a secure, rotating hold on a fixed bench.
Thermals noise and power
This is a purely mechanical tool with no motor, electronics or moving fluids, so it generates no heat, draws no power and produces no operating noise beyond the sound of the workpiece being clamped or struck.
Build quality and mounting
The 360 degree swivel base locks down with handles so the jaw orientation stays fixed during heavy hammering or sawing. Precision machined, replaceable hardened steel jaws and built-in pipe jaws with a 5 maximum opening handle round stock as well as flat pieces, while the machine ground anvil surface supports forming tasks. California Proposition 65 warnings apply.
Highlights
- 360-degree swivel base with lock-down handles positions work precisely
- Precision-machined, replaceable, hardened steel jaws anchor securely for strength
- Class 30 iron castings deliver 30,000 lb tensile strength for durability
- Built-in pipe jaws with 5" maximum opening add versatile clamping
- Machine-ground anvil surface supports metal forming and shaping tasks
Specifications
| Brand | AMERICAN FORGE & FOUNDRY |
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Questions about this item
How do I mount the 10.1 inch swivel vise and what step is often missed?
Bolt the base to a solid bench through the mounting holes, then tighten the 360 degree lock down handles after positioning; the step often missed is securing both handles before applying load.
Which parts of the 3943 vise will need replacement over time?
The precision machined hardened steel jaws are replaceable; the class 30 iron body and built-in pipe jaws are not designed for routine replacement.
What is the first limit reached when clamping heavy stock continuously in this vise?
The 5 inch maximum jaw opening and the 30000 lb tensile strength of the castings set the practical clamping limit under sustained use.
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