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    Sets of Parallels

    Keep multiple sizes of matched pairs on hand in one protective case. These parallels elevate, support, and align workpieces in machining, grinding, and inspection setups. They are precision ground to ensure accurate positioning in vises while providing additional clearance for cutting tools. Durable and wear resistant, parallels are made of hardened steel. They’re a rugged solution for shop-floor setups and heavy duty applications. To use, place a parallel against each vise jaw and rest the workpiece on top. You can also use them as reference surfaces for measurement and alignment.
    Inch
    Image of Product. Front orientation. Parallels. Sets of Parallels, Straight.
    Image of Product. Front orientation. Parallels. Sets of Parallels, Wave.

    Straight

    Wave

    Wave—These parallels make continuous contact that's spread across multiple points. They support thin, irregular, and soft workpieces without damaging them. The wave shape also creates space for chips and debris to fall away.
    2 Precision-Ground Sides—Precision ground on the top and bottom edges.
    Tolerance
    No. of
    Pairs
    Lg.
    Thk.
    Ht.
    Ht.
    Parallel
    Material
    Container
    Type
    Each
    Straight
     
    2 Precision-Ground Sides
    46"3/16"1", 1 1/4", 1 1/2", 1 3/4"-0.0002" to 0.0002"-0.0002" to 0.0002"Hardened SteelWood Case0000000000000
    46"1/2"1", 1 1/4", 1 1/2", 1 3/4"-0.0002" to 0.0002"-0.0002" to 0.0002"Hardened SteelWood Case000000000000
    76"1/2"7/8", 1", 1 1/8", 1 1/4", 1 3/8", 1 5/8", 1 3/4"-0.0002" to 0.0002"-0.0002" to 0.0002"Hardened SteelWood Case0000000000000
    86"1/4"3/4", 7/8", 1", 1 1/8", 1 3/8", 1 1/2", 1 5/8", 1 3/4"-0.0002" to 0.0002"-0.0002" to 0.0002"Hardened SteelPlastic Case0000000000000
    96"1/4"3/8", 7/16", 1/2", 9/16", 5/8", 11/16", 3/4", 13/16", 7/8"-0.001" to 0.001"-0.0001" to 0.0001"Hardened SteelWood Case0000000000000
    96"1/4"15/16", 1", 1 1/16", 1 1/8", 1 3/16", 1 1/4", 1 5/16", 1 3/8", 1 7/16"-0.001" to 0.001"-0.0001" to 0.0001"Hardened SteelWood Case0000000000000
    106"1/8"1/2", 5/8", 3/4", 7/8", 1", 1 1/8", 1 1/4", 1 3/8", 1 1/2", 1 5/8"-0.001" to 0.001"-0.0004" to 0.0004"Hardened SteelPlastic Case00000000000000
    206"1/32"1/2", 9/16", 5/8", 11/16", 3/4", 13/16", 7/8", 15/16", 1", 1 1/16", 1 1/8", 1 3/16", 1 1/4", 1 5/16", 1 3/8", 1 7/16", 1 1/2", 1 9/16", 1 5/8", 1 11/16"-0.001" to 0.001"-0.0001" to 0.0001"Hardened SteelPlastic Case00000000000
    226"1/4"1/2", 9/16", 5/8", 11/16", 3/4", 13/16", 7/8", 15/16", 1", 1 1/16", 1 1/8", 1 3/16", 1 1/4", 1 5/16", 1 3/8", 1 7/16", 1 1/2", 1 9/16", 1 5/8", 1 11/16", 1 3/4", 1 13/16"-0.001" to 0.001"-0.0001" to 0.0001"Hardened SteelWood Case000000000000000
     
    Wave
     
    2 Precision-Ground Sides
    94 1/4"1/8"1/2", 5/8", 3/4", 7/8", 1", 1 1/8", 1 1/4", 1 3/8", 1 1/2"-0.0002" to 0.0002"-0.0002" to 0.0002"Hardened SteelWood Case00000000000000
     
    Metric
    Image of Product. Front orientation. Parallels. Sets of Parallels, Straight.

    Straight

    2 Precision-Ground Sides—Precision ground on the top and bottom edges.
    Tolerance,
    mm
    No. of
    Pairs
    Lg.,
    mm
    Thk.
    Ht.
    Ht.
    Parallel
    Material
    Container
    Type
    Each
    Straight
     
    2 Precision-Ground Sides
    201002 mm
    3 mm
    4 mm
    5 mm
    6 mm    		5 mm, 10 mm, 15 mm, 20 mm
    6 mm, 11 mm, 16 mm, 21 mm
    7 mm, 12 mm, 17 mm, 22 mm
    8 mm, 13 mm, 18 mm, 23 mm
    9 mm, 14 mm, 19 mm, 24 mm    		-0.1 to 0.1-0.01 to 0.01Hardened SteelWood Stand0000000000000000
     

    Parallels

    Image of Product. Front orientation. Parallels.
    Place a parallel against each vise jaw to create a rest for your workpiece. Precision ground to tight tolerances, these matched pairs raise the workpiece within a vise to allow more clearance for cutting tools.
    2 Precision-Ground Sides—Precision ground on the top and bottom edges.
    Lg.
    Thk.
    Parallel
    Tolerance
    Material
    Choose a Height
    Pair
    2 Precision-Ground Sides
    6"1/4"0.0001"Steel
    3/8"
    ,
    7/16"
    ,
    1/2"
    ,
    9/16"
    ,
    5/8"
    ,
    11/16"
    ,
    3/4"
    ,
    13/16"
    ,
    7/8"
    ,
    15/16"
    ,
    1"
    ,
    1 1/16"
    ,
    1 1/8"
    ,
    1 3/16"
    ,
    1 1/4"
    ,
    1 5/16"
    ,
    1 3/8"
    ,
    1 7/16"
    ,
    1 1/2"
    ,
    1 9/16"
    ,
    1 5/8"
    ,
    1 11/16"
    ,
    1 3/4"
    ,
    1 13/16"
    ,
    1 7/8"
    ,
    1 15/16"
    ,
    2"
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