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Kurt Vise Jaw: 6.00" Wide, 1.0000" Thick, Flat 55538177
The Kurt Vise Jaw: 6.00" Wide, 1.0000" Thick, Flat 55538177 is a premium machinable jaw set engineered for precision workholding in compatible 6-inch vises. Manufactured from durable hardened alloy steel with a hardness rating of 48/50 Rc, these jaws feature precision-ground faces, SmartStop technology, and dovetailed construction for enhanced versatility. Designed for custom machining applications, step jaw configurations, and highly repeatable setups, these jaws provide exceptional accuracy, durability, and flexibility for demanding machining environments.
Kurt Vise Jaw: 6.00" Wide, 1.0000" Thick, Flat 55538177 Applications
Custom-machined workholding solutions for milling and machining operations.
Precision fixture and tooling setups requiring repeatable jaw positioning.
Step jaw and carved jaw applications in production machining environments.
Machining operations where parallels can be eliminated through custom jaw design.
Tool rooms, CNC machining centers, fabrication facilities, and manufacturing plants.
Workholding applications requiring multiple step heights and specialized gripping profiles.
Designed for machinists who require customizable jaw configurations, exceptional repeatability, and long-term durability in precision machining operations.
Kurt Vise Jaw: 6.00" Wide, 1.0000" Thick, Flat 55538177 Specifications
Product Type
Machinable Vise Jaw Set
Jaw Shape
Flat
Jaw Width
6.00 in.
Jaw Height
1.7100 in.
Jaw Thickness
1.0000 in.
Jaw Hardness
Hard (48/50 Rc)
Material
Alloy Steel
Jaw Movement Type
Manual
Attachment Method
Quick-Change
Machinable
Yes
Vise Compatibility
6 in. Vises
Country of Origin
United States
UNSPSC Code
27112807
Kurt Vise Jaw: 6.00" Wide, 1.0000" Thick, Flat 55538177 Features & Benefits
48/50 Rc Hardened Alloy Steel Construction delivers excellent wear resistance and long service life in demanding machining environments.
Precision Ground Face provides a consistent reference surface for improved workpiece positioning and clamping accuracy.
SmartStop Technology enables highly repeatable carved jaw setups with accuracy up to ±0.0003 inches.
Dovetailed Design allows compatibility with step jaws and carved jaws for increased workholding flexibility.
Machinable Construction enables custom jaw profiles and specialized gripping configurations to meet unique application requirements.
Quick-Change Mounting System allows fast installation and replacement, minimizing machine downtime.
Flippable Jaw Design supports multiple jobs and varying step heights without requiring additional jaw sets.
Eliminates the Need for Parallels when machining matched spindle step jaw configurations, improving setup efficiency.
Manual Jaw Configuration provides dependable operation and compatibility with standard workholding procedures.
Kurt Vise Jaw: 6.00" Wide, 1.0000" Thick, Flat 55538177 Performance & Construction
Engineered for high-precision machining applications requiring custom jaw configurations.
Maintains excellent dimensional stability under repeated clamping cycles.
Provides exceptional repeatability for fixture and production machining setups.
Designed to support advanced workholding strategies using carved and step jaw configurations.
Heavy-duty alloy steel construction balances machinability with long-term durability.
Suitable for both prototype work and high-volume production environments.
SmartStop-equipped jaws provide highly repeatable custom workholding setups while reducing setup time and improving machining consistency across multiple production runs.
Why Choose the Kurt Vise Jaw: 6.00" Wide, 1.0000" Thick, Flat 55538177
Designed specifically for compatible 6-inch vise systems.
The Kurt Vise Jaw: 6.00" Wide, 1.0000" Thick, Flat 55538177 combines hardened alloy steel durability, SmartStop precision technology, and versatile machinable construction to deliver exceptional performance for advanced workholding and machining applications.
Key Information
Order Cutoff Time: 2:00 PM EST
Order Handling Time: 1–3 business days (Monday–Friday)
Transit Time: 1–7 business days (Monday–Friday)
Total Estimated Delivery Time: 3–11 business days (Monday–Friday)
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