Q: How much force can the vise apply?
This veritas quick-release sliding tail vise applies up to 300 lb in both clamping and spreading directions, using an Acme-threaded screw controlled by a quick-release lever.
05G3001 - Veritas Quick-Release Sliding Tail Vise
Installing a tail vise is notoriously difficult, usually requiring a section of workbench to be cut away and rebuilt around a complicated vise mechanism. Not so with this one. It can be quickly incorporated into a new bench construction or easily retrofitted to an existing bench without major surgery.
The end plates are symmetrical, so you can install the T-handle and quick-release lever in a right- or left-handed orientation, allowing the vise to be mounted at either end of the bench.
Installation is straightforward: using the included hardware, attach the mounting plate to the underside of the bench, then register and secure the vise mechanism to the plate. Using wood that you supply, add a custom-made jaw the same thickness as the bench skirt.
The quick-release mechanism has a simple on-off lever that engages or disengages the Acme-threaded screw, which can apply force (up to 300 lb) in both clamping as well as spreading applications - something not possible with any other quick-release tail vise.
Maximum travel is 7 3/4". The body is ductile iron with zinc-alloy end plates, steel shafts and guide rods, and a maple handle. Requires an unobstructed mounting area at least 17" × 6 1/2" on the underside of the bench top.
Made in Canada. Patented.
This veritas quick-release sliding tail vise applies up to 300 lb in both clamping and spreading directions, using an Acme-threaded screw controlled by a quick-release lever.
Yes, the end plates are symmetrical, so the T-handle and quick-release lever can go on the right or left side to suit either end of the bench.
No, it's designed to retrofit an existing bench without major surgery; you mount the plate to the underside and attach the vise mechanism to it.
Maximum travel is 7 3/4", which is enough range for clamping a wide range of workpiece thicknesses without repositioning.
You'll need to supply the wood for a custom jaw sized to match the thickness of your bench skirt; the mounting hardware for the plate and mechanism is included.
The body is ductile iron with zinc-alloy end plates, steel shafts and guide rods, and a maple handle, built for repeated heavy clamping loads.
No, the half nut shouldn't be released while the vise is under load; back off the pressure first, then flip the quick-release lever to release it safely.
| Materials | Ductile iron base casting; zinc-alloy end plates; steel shafts and guide rods; maple handle |
| Dimensions | Maximum travel 7 3/4"; requires at least 17" × 6 1/2" clear area on the underside of the benchtop; user-made jaw at least 3" deeper than the benchtop thickness |
| Compatibility | Installs onto benchtops with a front apron; accepts a user-made jaw at least 3" deeper than the benchtop thickness |
| Capacity | Maximum 300 lb clamping or spreading force |
| Includes | Vise mechanism; mounting plate; mounting hardware; handle assembly |
| Package Quantity | 1 item |
| Country of Origin | Canada |
| Warranty | Lee Valley Satisfaction Guarantee |
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Veritas Quick-Release Sliding Tail Vise
Installing a tail vise is notoriously difficult, usually requiring a section of workbench to be cut away and rebuilt around a complicated vise mechanism. Not so with this one. It can be quickly incorporated into a new bench construction or easily retrofitted to an existing bench without major surgery.
The end plates are symmetrical, so you can install the T-handle and quick-release lever in a right- or left-handed orientation, allowing the vise to be mounted at either end of the bench.
Installation is straightforward: using the included hardware, attach the mounting plate to the underside of the bench, then register and secure the vise mechanism to the plate. Using wood that you supply, add a custom-made jaw the same thickness as the bench skirt.
The quick-release mechanism has a simple on-off lever that engages or disengages the Acme-threaded screw, which can apply force (up to 300 lb) in both clamping as well as spreading applications - something not possible with any other quick-release tail vise.
Maximum travel is 7 3/4". The body is ductile iron with zinc-alloy end plates, steel shafts and guide rods, and a maple handle. Requires an unobstructed mounting area at least 17" × 6 1/2" on the underside of the bench top.
Made in Canada. Patented.
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