Get a Grip: Palmgren’s® Ball Vises Are a Game Changer

When it comes to precision work, having the right tools makes all the difference. For professionals and hobbyists working in metalworking, woodworking, or other intricate tasks, a ball vise can elevate your work by providing unmatched flexibility and control. Palmgren’s range of ball vises, including the Multi-Jaw Multi-Positioning Ball Bench Vise and the 4" Ball Vise, are designed to bring convenience, precision, and durability to your workspace.

What is a Ball Vise?

A ball vise is a versatile workholding tool that provides the ability to rotate, tilt, and position your workpiece in multiple directions, offering greater ease and efficiency in completing complex tasks. The design typically features a ball and socket mechanism that enables precise positioning, making it perfect for detailed and intricate work.

Palmgren’s 4" Multi-Jaw Multi-Positioning Ball Bench Vise

Palmgren’s Multi-Jaw Multi-Positioning Ball Bench Vise is an innovative solution designed for maximum flexibility and precision. The key to its versatility is the multi-jaw configuration, which allows for both serrated and smooth gripping surfaces. This feature makes it ideal for a wide range of materials and shapes, from delicate components to larger, more rugged pieces.

Benefits and Features

• Multi-Jaw Configuration: Whether you’re working with delicate materials or rugged parts, the option to choose between serrated or smooth jaws ensures your workpiece stays securely in place without risk of damage.
• Wide Range of Motion: The vise’s ability to tilt and rotate at multiple angles gives users flexibility, reducing the need to constantly reposition the workpiece. This is especially useful for tasks like assembly, forming, or hand-finishing, where precise positioning is essential.
• Durability: Constructed from high strength ductile iron, the Multi-Jaw Multi-Positioning Ball Bench Vise is designed to withstand heavy use, providing years of reliable service in demanding environments. Plus we offer a limited lifetime warranty.
• Ease of Use: With a smooth ball-and-socket mechanism, users can easily adjust the angle and position of their work without struggle or excessive force, which enhances both comfort and speed during detailed operations.

Also check out the Multi-Jaw Bench Vise, 5" and a Multi-Jaw Bench Vise, 6" models available online.

Palmgren’s 4" Ball Vise

For those looking for a slightly more compact solution, the Palmgren 4" Ball Vise provides similar versatility and precision in a slightly smaller size. This vise is designed to hold smaller parts with the same range of motion as its larger counterpart, making it a great choice for fine-detail work or when space is limited.

Benefits and Features

• Compact Size, Powerful Functionality: Despite its smaller footprint, the 4" Ball Vise offers the same flexibility as larger models, allowing for complete freedom of motion. It’s perfect for workshops with limited space or when working with smaller, more delicate parts.
• Reversable Jaw Configuration: No matter if you are working with delicate materials or rugged parts, the reversable jaws allow for you to choose between serrated or smooth jaws ensuring your workpiece stays securely in place without risk of damage.
• Precision Holding: The vise’s secure grip is ideal for tasks requiring exact positioning, such as delicate assembly, filing, or detailed finishing work.
• Durability and Stability: Made from strong materials, the 4" Ball Vise offers reliable stability during operations, ensuring that your workpiece stays secure in a variety of orientations. Also backed by our limited lifetime warranty.
• Easy Adjustments: Just like the larger model, the 4" Ball Vise can be rotated and tilted with ease, allowing for precise positioning without the need to reposition the workpiece constantly.

Why Choose Palmgren Ball Vises?

Palmgren’s ball vises offer unmatched benefits for professionals who require precision, versatility, and reliability. Whether you’re working with small parts, detailed machinery, or intricate handcrafting, these vises allow you to keep your hands free while ensuring the perfect position for your workpiece. Here’s why Palmgren’s ball vises stand out:

1. Flexibility in Positioning: The ability to rotate, tilt, and adjust the vise at multiple angles means you can work from any position with ease. This is especially valuable for intricate tasks, like detailed assembly or forming operations, where every degree of motion matters.
2. Secure Gripping: Palmgren’s vises come with jaws that can hold a wide variety of materials securely. Whether you’re working with metal, wood, plastic, or delicate surfaces, you can rely on the vise to provide a firm grip that won’t slip, even when the workpiece is in an unconventional position.
3. Durable Construction: Built to withstand the demands of a busy workshop, these vises are made from high-strength ductile iron, offering strength and durability for years of reliable service.
4. Ease of Use: Adjusting your workpiece is as simple as rotating or tilting the vise. The smooth and easy-to-operate ball-and-socket design reduces the amount of physical effort needed to change your work’s position, enhancing overall comfort and productivity.

Perfect for a Wide Range of Applications

Palmgren’s ball vises are ideal for a variety of tasks across different industries. Whether you’re working on fine-tuning machinery, assembling intricate parts, or carrying out detailed handwork, these vises offer precision and convenience. They’re particularly useful in:

• Metalworking: For holding metal parts while filing, sanding, or assembling.
• Woodworking: Perfect for fine carpentry work where precision is key.
• Maintenance and Repairs: Useful for holding components at multiple angles during repairs or maintenance.
• Crafts and Hobby Projects: Ideal for hobbyists who require stability for their detailed handcrafting.

Clamp Base: Elevate Your Vise's Functionality

To maximize the potential of your Palmgren Multi-Jaw Multi-Positioning Ball Bench Vise (Model No. 9629772) or 4" Ball Vise (Model No. 9629773), consider the Clamp Base. This accessory enhances your vise's versatility and stability, making it an indispensable addition to your workspace.

Key Features:

• Secure Mounting: Equipped with a bottom-mounted lead screw, the clamp base allows for effortless attachment to your workbench, ensuring a stable and secure setup.
• Enhanced Stability: By firmly anchoring your vise, the clamp base minimizes movement during tasks, leading to improved precision and safety.
• Durable Construction: Crafted from high-quality cast iron, this accessory is built to withstand rigorous use, providing long-lasting performance.

Whether you’re in a high-demand professional workshop or a home-based project space, Palmgren’s ball vises are an excellent investment for any precision task. Their versatile range of motion, secure grip, and durable construction make them a valuable tool for anyone who works with a variety of materials and requires high accuracy. If you're seeking a vise that will make your detailed work easier, faster, and more precise, Palmgren’s ball vises should be at the top of your list.

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