Vices

Vices are tools used to hold objects in place so they can be worked on. Consisting of two parallel jaws, one of which is fixed and the other movable by a screw, a lever, or a cam, they can secure things during jobs like filing, hammering or sawing. The vice may also be permanently bolted to a workbench. Among the main types of are woodworking vices, engineer's vices, clamp-on vices and pipe vices. For instance, woodworking vices are heavy-duty tools made from wood that are designed to withstand huge amounts of pressure. Whereas an engineer's vice is used to hold metal instead and is usually made of cast steel or iron. A clamp-on vice is essentially a light-duty variation used for wood, plastic and light metal working, while a pipe vice is used by plumbers to hold pipes in place. Here at Building Materials, we stock a wide array of vices from some of the world's most renowned brands, including Faithfull, Irwin and Stanley. Browse our full range today to find the ideal vice for your needs.