Precision Vises for Sectioning





Precision Vising
Vising for Precision Saws and Cutters
Our selection of vises and chucks for precision machines are made to accommodate a wide range of sample sizes and shapes so you can select the one that best meets your specific requirements.
The IsoMet High Speed features our unique rapid rail system so you can quickly and effortlessly set up your samples in the cutting chamber. Additionally, the IsoMet High Speed offers the flexibility to install a T-slot table making it compatible with our line of abrasive vises–an ideal choice for larger and more durable parts.
The IsoMet High Speed features our unique rapid rail system so you can quickly and effortlessly set up your samples in the cutting chamber. Additionally, the IsoMet High Speed offers the flexibility to install a T-slot table making it compatible with our line of abrasive vises–an ideal choice for larger and more durable parts.
Vise and Chuck Options:
- Saddle Chuck – The standard solution for cutting a wide range of samples with quick and easy setup. Use a double saddle chuck to secure the sample on both sides of the blade
- Mount Chuck – Excellent for holding standard-sized rounds for sectioning
- Glass Slide Chuck – Ideal for securing glass slides and other small, flat samples
- Fastener Chuck – Well-suited for cutting small fasteners and coupons
- Bone Chuck – Perfect for cutting bone, plastics, and other semi-rigid specimens
- Wafer Chuck – Use mounting wax to glue specimens to this chuck
- Irregular Specimen Chuck – Designed for holding challenging geometric parts
- Bar and Tube Chuck – Great for securing small, cylindrical parts
- Vacuum Chuck – Designed to hold specimens mounted to glass slides
- Abrasive Sliding and Vertical Vises (only on the IsoMet High speed) – Excellent for clamping larger and more durable parts
Ordering
Precision Vising | |||
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IsoMet® High Speed Pro | |||
Part Number | Name | Description | |
11-2661 | Single Saddle Chuck | Large Single Saddle Chuck holds specimens up to 1.5in [38mm] | |
11-2662 | Double Saddle Chuck | Securely holds specimens up to 1.5in [38mm] from 2 points when extra support is needed | |
11-2666
1.25in [30mm] 11-2667 1.5in [40mm] | Mount Chuck | Stainless steel chuck holds mounted samples | |
11-2687 | Fastener Chuck | Holds specimens from 0.04in [1mm] to 2in [50mm] for longitudinal sectioning | |
11-2494 | Large Bone Chuck | Ideal for clamping bone, plastics, or other semi-rigid specimens up to 2in [50mm] in diameter | |
11-2669 | Sliding Vise | 6in [152mm] maximum opening, use requires flange to be 2in [50mm] or less, requires T-slot bed | |
11-2660 | Rapid Rail Post | Use with Rapid Rail | |
460022 | Small Vertical Clamp | Clamps specimens up to 2.28in [58mm] in height | |
11-1185 | Irregular Specimen Chuck | Adjusts to hold irregular shaped specimens up to 1in [25mm] in diameter |
IsoMet® 1000 | |||
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Part Number | Name | Description | |
11-2489 | Mount Chuck | Holds mounted samples 1.5in [40mm] | |
11-2482 | Fastener Chuck | Holds specimen from 0.96in [24.5mm] to 2in [50mm] for longitudinal sectioning | |
11-2487 | Single Saddle Chuck | Medium Single Saddle Chuck holds up to 1in [25mm] specimen | |
11-2483 | Double Saddle Chuck | Securely holds specimen up to 1.5in [38mm] from 2 points | |
11-2484 | Small Glass Slide Chuck | Holds 27 x 46mm, 1 x 2in, or 1 x 3in glass slides | |
11-2488 | Large Glass Slide Chuck | Holds 2 x 3in glass slides | |
11-2486 | Wafer Chuck | Use mounting wax (40-8150) to adhere specimens to wafer chuck 1.75 x 2.5in [44 x 64mm] |
IsoMet® Low Speed and IsoMet® 1000 | |||
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Part Number | Name | Description | |
11-1184 | Bar & Tube Chuck | Securely holds end of a bar tube up to 2in [50mm] long and 0.5in [13mm] in diameter | |
11-1186 | Wafer Chuck | Use mounting wax, 40-8150 or 40-8145 to glue specimens to wafer chuck 1.125 x 2in [29 x 51mm] | |
11-1188 | Vacuum Chuck | Holds specimens mounted to glass slides to chuck with vacuum force | |
11-1194 | Small Bone Chuck | Ideal for clamping bone, plastics, or other semi-rigid solids up to 1.5in [32mm] in diameter | |
11-1183 | Double Saddle Chuck | Securely holds specimen up to 0.875in [22mm] from 2 points | |
11-1185 | Irregular Specimen Chuck | Adjusts to hold irregular shaped specimens up to 1in [25mm] in diameter | |
11-1187 | Single Saddle Chuck | Holds specimens up to 0.75in [19mm] in diameter | |
11-1189 | Mount Chuck | Aluminum chuck holds mounted samples 1-1.25in [25-32mm] |
IsoMet® Low Speed | |||
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Part Number | Name | Description | |
11-1196 | Manual Feed Control Dressing Chuck | Enables blade dressing without removing the sample fixture |
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