PanaVise Low Profile Base for 300 Series Heads

The PanaVise 305 low-profile base is a work-holding tool base designed for vise applications that require minimal distance from work benches or other mounting surfaces. The 305 utilizes a "split-ball" feature which allows for head movement through three separate planes (tilt, turn and rotate), controlled by a single-load control knob. The PanaVise 305 low-profile base is compatible with all PanaVise 300 series vise heads and can be mounted using 1/4" (6.3 mm) countersunk screw holes in its bolt circle.• Low-profile base suitable for use in confined spaces while working on small-or medium-sized projects such as arts and crafts, model making, electronics, jewelry making and home repairs• "Split-ball" feature controls for head movement through three separate planes• Single-load control knob locks head firmly in place• Compatible with all 300 series vise heads or any 5/8" diameter shaft (sold separately)• Can be mounted to work bench or base mount with countersunk bolt circle Stable Low-profile Holding Power The PanaVise 305 low-profile base is 2-1/2" (63.5 mm) tall, with a base diameter of 4-5/16" (109.5 mm). The base combines with one of PanaVise's compatible heads (sold separately) to create a work-holding tool suitable for use in a space that requires the attached head to be closer to the work bench. The bolt circle at the bottom of the base contains three pre-drilled holes countersunk for use with 1/4" (6.3 mm) flat head screws (sold separately) to secure the base to a work surface. Alternately, the 1.3 lb. (0.6 kg) weight of the 305 low-profile base and its lower center of gravity, make it a good choice for lighter work-holding tool applications where mounting of the base is not possible or wanted. Tilt, Turn and Rotate Functionality The 305 low-profile base utilizes PanaVise single-knob "split-ball" functionality at the point of contact with installed vise heads. Once a vise head is installed and an item is secured, the split-ball system allows for maneuvering the item along three separate planes, with a single-load control knob locking the head firmly in place. The mobility range of the model 305's split-ball system is a 90-degree tilt to the side, along with either an angled rotation or a level turn range of 360 degrees. This range of mobility allows a user to rearrange items into any position and limits the need to adjust the overall position of the vise or the item within the vise. Multiple Vise Head Options The PanaVise 305 low-profile base is suitable for use across a wide range of applications and is designed to be compatible with a range of vise heads. The base works with all PanaVise 300 series vise heads, as well as the PV Jr. model 203 head or any tool head accessory with a 5/8" diameter shaft.