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Source for vise screws - mschlack - 05-16-2016
I want to build Tage Frid's workbench design, which calls for two 1.25" vise screws, one 13" and the other 20". The longer length is hard to find -- anyone recommend a source for screws that large in diameter and that long?
Re: Source for vise screws - Martin S. - 05-16-2016
Wooden Screws
Lake Erie Toolworks.
I think Chris Schwarz recommended them.
Re: Source for vise screws - Boatman53 - 05-16-2016
Try contacting this place. http://www.shelterinstitute.com/shop Although it was a couple of years ago when I was there last they had some big screws but I don't see them in the catalog on line. If you don't mind rust busting I have a big one that I believe is bigger than what you are looking for.
Jim
Re: Source for vise screws - Phil S. - 05-16-2016
Enco carries 1-1/4 Acme threaded rod in several pitches in 3' and longer lengths with nuts to match. Not sure how well that would work for a vise. If you have access to a machine shop they may be able to make necessary fittings.
Re: Source for vise screws - WSS - 05-16-2016
I used a scaffolding leveling leg screw (1.25" diameter) and nut - I got a used one from a scaffolding rental place for $15. I think it was 36" long - I had to cut a good chunk off it.
R/
William
Re: Source for vise screws - rwe2156 - 05-17-2016
Wooden screws are expensive you can buy a kit to make your own.
I just built the same type table and used the steel screws Lee Valley has them.
Re: Source for vise screws - Downwindtracker2 - 05-17-2016
The machinery supply places like Enco sell acme threaded rod and nuts.
Re: Source for vise screws - Shovel Man - 05-17-2016
Scaffold leg screws are ok but low precision so they can handle mud and crud.
McMaster Carr has what you need.
Thanks for the info - mschlack - 05-18-2016
McMaster-Carr looks like the best option to me. I can get both screws out of a 3' length. Carbon steel only $42, and about $90 if I want to step up to the heat treated one, although I'm not sure what the benefit would be there. Is heat treated less likely to rust?
Re: Thanks for the info - Shovel Man - 05-18-2016
No, heat treating makes it more durable. 100 years vs 50 years. Go with the regular.