Copper Soft Jaws for a Bench VICE

Quick and easy DIY copper soft jaw inserts for any bench vice.

Tools I used(links support the channel)

I used plumbing 1/2inch type L copper which is thicker than type M. It is around 1/16" thick. A 1/16" cutoff disc was used to slice the copper.

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[TrojanHorse]

Try heating your copper to cherry red and then drop it into some cold water if you want it to be even softer.
Smart dog! I love how they learn so much faster than most other breeds.

[mdwdirect]

I love the fact that you don't mention Patreon 5 times in every video. Much appreciated.

[tbag-]

Great way to re-purpose scraps into something useful... and this could be extended to making soft jaws for pliers, which I never would have thought of before this video

[JDLarge]

As I sit here staring at this four foot length of half inch copper in my plastic lattice pipe rack I’m NOW thinking I guess I have a mini project to do this afternoon. I have three vises in the garage workshop areas and one in the basement that’ll ALL look and serve me better with this upgrade! Sure I have magnetic plastic and rubber ones but I’m always afraid I’ll crack’em cranking down too tight so this’ll cure that issue. Once again my friend, ty for yet another great idea👍🏼👍🏼!
Give pup an extra treat next time for me will ya plz😉✌🏼😇

[TheLexiconDevils]

In “shop class” here in the mid 80s this was the first project you did. You were given a sheet & had to mark out, cut, bend & solder them then you could start real work. I still have mine & use them

[anthonyhaycox]

I love the idea of making those jaw protectors from scrap copper piping. And the end product looks great!

[wyattoneable]

I was just thinking how nice copper cleans up and there you go, making them look all spiffy. The surprise was painting the vise. Great match up. Your dog is smarter then some girlfriends I had in the 70's. :)

[atcjoe]

Now I have another winter time project, good idea.

[ProleDaddy]

Lol! Jaws graphic is great! I always love all your videos. You're fantastic, brother. I learn a lot from you.

[rafaelmoral]

That's what I call a project. A simple tool that doesn't require a milling machine or alien stuff to make it. Nice. Thanks!

[richardlaurent]

Very good tutorial using material that cost nothing and turning the material into desirable and useful product.

[usethenoodle]

Nice! I have some 1/2" copper left over from my garage air system. I believe I make some of these. I have two vices. Nice job. Thanks!

[fanger]

I have copper vise covers that are probably 40 years old. made from copper sheet I used to get free at work.  By the way, that stuff makes an excellent expedient cutting tool. It sharpens up quickly and I used it to cut up cardboard boxes to pile up  flat in the dumpster. It cuts many things pretty efficiently.

[jerrybeck]

Cool video. I made soft jaws from some plastic stuff from the bottom of grocery store bagging stations, sorta like a plastic cutting board. Put small earth magnets in them to hold on to the vice, work pretty good. I have a ts8000 and love it.

[Pyridox]

Great idea using copper tubing to cover vice jaws... Thanks!. I've tried plastic covers, but there is nothing like copper or brass jaw covers.


That's one smart dog you have there.

[waltschannel]

Thanks for this! I'm glad your example uses 1/2 inch since that what I have laying around to make this same project.

[nothere]

Been a while since I commented but still loving your simple helpful tips and projects. Great vids !

[ZippoVarga]

Beauty my Friend! I made a set of soft jaws for my Craftsman Crown Machinist vice about 20 years ago and they're showing their age. I guess it's time to make a new set! I prefer brass for longevity, but I've got plenty of copper pipe lying around, so I may give this one a go! Thanks for sharing! Cheers! Zip~

[heyg]

Thanks for the idea....made a set today. I used a hackzall to cut the pipe which was pleasantly easy.

[jandastroy]

I did something like this with wood, they've held up really well for the past few years but are a lot thicker and haven't really been pushed too hard. It sure is nice not marring up whatever you're working on