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    V-Blocks

    Image of Product. Style A. Front orientation. V-Blocks. V-Blocks, Standard V-Blocks, Style A.
    Image of Product. Style B. Front orientation. V-Blocks. V-Blocks, Standard V-Blocks, Style B.
    Image of Product. Style C. Front orientation. V-Blocks. V-Blocks, Standard V-Blocks, Style C.

    Style A

    Style B

    Style C

    Image of Product. Style A with Clamp. Front orientation. V-Blocks. V-Blocks, V-Blocks with Clamp, Style A.
    Image of Product. Style B with Clamp. Front orientation. V-Blocks. V-Blocks, V-Blocks with Clamp, Style B.
    Image of Product. Style C with Clamp. Front orientation. V-Blocks. V-Blocks, V-Blocks with Clamp, Style C.

    Style A with Clamp

    Style B with Clamp

    Style C with Clamp

    Image of Product. Style D with Clamp. Front orientation. V-Blocks. V-Blocks, V-Blocks with Clamp, Style D.
    Image of Product. Style D with Clamp (Side Orientation). Side1 orientation. V-Blocks. V-Blocks, V-Blocks with Clamp, Style D.
    Image of Product. Style E with Clamp. Front orientation. V-Blocks. V-Blocks, V-Blocks with Clamp, Style E.

    Style D with Clamp

    Style D with Clamp (Side Orientation)

    Style E with Clamp

    Image of Product. Style F with Clamp (45° Position Shown). Front orientation. V-Blocks. V-Blocks, V-Blocks with Clamp, Style F.

    Style F with Clamp (45°

    Position Shown)

    Precision ground to tight tolerances, these V-blocks help you accurately align and support round workpieces.
    Sold Individually
    Image of Product. Style A. Front orientation. V-Blocks. V-Blocks, Standard V-Blocks, Style A.
    Image of Product. Style B. Front orientation. V-Blocks. V-Blocks, Standard V-Blocks, Style B.
    Image of Product. Style C. Front orientation. V-Blocks. V-Blocks, Standard V-Blocks, Style C.

    Style A

    Style B

    Style C

    Image of Product. Style A with Clamp. Front orientation. V-Blocks. V-Blocks, V-Blocks with Clamp, Style A.
    Image of Product. Style B with Clamp. Front orientation. V-Blocks. V-Blocks, V-Blocks with Clamp, Style B.
    Image of Product. Style C with Clamp. Front orientation. V-Blocks. V-Blocks, V-Blocks with Clamp, Style C.

    Style A with Clamp

    Style B with Clamp

    Style C with Clamp

    Image of Product. Style D with Clamp. Front orientation. V-Blocks. V-Blocks, V-Blocks with Clamp, Style D.
    Image of Product. Style D with Clamp (Side Orientation). Side1 orientation. V-Blocks. V-Blocks, V-Blocks with Clamp, Style D.

    Style D with Clamp

    Style D with Clamp (Side Orientation)

    Image of Attribute. Front orientation. Contains Annotated. V-Blocks.
    V-Blocks with Clamp—Choose a block with a clamp to secure your workpiece in place. The clamp is removable and shaped to fit inside the vee, so you can face it up or down to hold a variety of workpieces. Since it’s flush with the block faces, you can position the blocks on any of their sides.
    Steel—Steel blocks are easier to machine than hardened steel, so you can customize them to fit your workpiece.
    Hardened Steel—Hardened steel blocks are more durable and wear resistant than steel blocks, so they’ll stay precise even with heavy use.
    Styles A and B—Styles A and B have mounting slots near their base, so you can attach them to work surfaces with setup clamps (not included).
    Style C—Style C have mounting slots near their base, so you can attach them to work surfaces with setup clamps (not included). They have a continuous slot, so you can clamp any of the sides.
    Style D—Style D have tapped holes, so you can mount them to face or angle plates. They have an extended base with a second vee, also known as a fishtail. The clamp is smaller than the outer width of the block—use the adjustable screw to support the block when it’s positioned on either side.
    V-Blocks
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    Standard V-Blocks
     
    Steel
    A5/32"1 5/8"2 1/2"2 1/2"2"90°3/4"1 1/2"———0.0002"0.0002"3/8"Yes00000000000000———0
    A5/32"3 3/4"3"5"3"90°1 5/8"3 1/4"———0.0002"0.0002"5/8"Yes0000000000000———0
    B5/32"2 7/8"3"4"3"90°1 3/16"2 5/16"———0.0002"0.0002"5/8"Yes0000000000000———0
    C5/32"4 3/8"6"6"4"90°2"4"———0.0003"0.0003"5/8"Yes0000000000000———0
     
    V-Blocks with Clamp
     
    Steel
    A5/32"1 5/8"2 1/2"2 1/2"2"90°3/4"1 1/2"2—5/16"0.0002"0.0002"3/8"Yes0000000000000———0
    A5/32"3 3/4"3"5"3"90°1 5/8"3 1/4"2—5/16"0.0002"0.0002"5/8"Yes0000000000000———0
    B5/32"2 7/8"3"4"3"90°1 3/16"2 5/16"2—5/16"0.0002"0.0002"5/8"Yes0000000000000———0
    C5/32"4 3/8"6"6"4"90°2"4"2—7/16"0.0003"0.0003"5/8"Yes000000000000000———0
     
    Hardened Steel
    A5/32"1 5/8"2 1/2"2 1/2"2"90°3/4"1 1/2"2—5/16"0.0002"0.0002"3/8"No0000000000000———0
    A5/32"3 3/4"3"5"3"90°1 5/8"3 1/4"2—5/16"0.0002"0.0002"5/8"No0000000000000———0
    B5/32"2 7/8"3"4"3"90°1 3/16"2 5/16"2—5/16"0.0002"0.0002"5/8"No0000000000000———0
    C5/32"4 3/8"6"6"4"90°2"4"2—7/16"0.0003"0.0003"5/8"No000000000000000———0
    D1/8"1 5/16"3 1/2"1 7/8"1 7/8"90°5/8"1 1/8"33/8"-16
    		—0.0002"0.0002"1/2"No0000000000000000000000000000
     
    Sold as Matched Pair
    Image of Product. Style A. Front orientation. V-Blocks. V-Blocks, Standard V-Blocks, Style A.
    Image of Product. Style B. Front orientation. V-Blocks. V-Blocks, Standard V-Blocks, Style B.
    Image of Product. Style C. Front orientation. V-Blocks. V-Blocks, Standard V-Blocks, Style C.
    Image of Product. Style A with Clamp. Front orientation. V-Blocks. V-Blocks, V-Blocks with Clamp, Style A.

    Style A

    Style B

    Style C

    Style A with Clamp

    Image of Product. Style B with Clamp. Front orientation. V-Blocks. V-Blocks, V-Blocks with Clamp, Style B.
    Image of Product. Style C with Clamp. Front orientation. V-Blocks. V-Blocks, V-Blocks with Clamp, Style C.
    Image of Product. Style E with Clamp. Front orientation. V-Blocks. V-Blocks, V-Blocks with Clamp, Style E.
    Image of Product. Style F with Clamp (45° Position Shown). Front orientation. V-Blocks. V-Blocks, V-Blocks with Clamp, Style F.

    Style B with Clamp

    Style C with Clamp

    Style E with Clamp

    Style F with Clamp (45°

    Position Shown)

    Image of Attribute. Front orientation. Contains Annotated. V-Blocks.
    Matched pair blocks are ground together, so their heights, faces, and grooves are identical. When you rest your workpiece across the two blocks, they keep the centerline level.
    V-Blocks with Clamp—Choose a block with a clamp to secure your workpiece in place. The clamp is removable and shaped to fit inside the vee, so you can face it up or down to hold a variety of workpieces. Since it’s flush with the block faces, you can position the blocks on any of their sides.
    Steel—Steel blocks are easier to machine than hardened steel, so you can customize them to fit your workpiece.
    Hardened Steel—Hardened steel blocks are more durable and wear resistant than steel blocks, so they’ll stay precise even with heavy use.
    Styles A and B—Styles A and B have mounting slots near their base, so you can attach them to work surfaces with setup clamps (not included).
    Style C—Style C have mounting slots near their base, so you can attach them to work surfaces with setup clamps (not included). They have a continuous slot, so you can clamp any of the sides.
    Style E—Style E have tapped holes, so you can mount them to face or angle plates. They have a clamp that extends past the faces, which limits tool clearance.
    Style F—Style F have a clamp that sits flush with the faces, so you can position these blocks on any side. Switch the clamp between upper and lower grooves to adjust the height. Position the set screw at 45° or 90° to hold either square or round workpieces.
    V-Blocks
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    Pair
    Each
    Standard V-Blocks
     
    Steel
    A5/32"1 5/8"2 1/2"2 1/2"2"90°3/4"1 1/2"———0.0002"0.0002"3/8"Yes00000000000000———0
    A5/32"3 3/4"3"5"3"90°1 5/8"3 1/4"———0.0002"0.0002"5/8"Yes000000000000000———0
    B5/32"2 7/8"3"4"3"90°1 3/16"2 5/16"———0.0002"0.0002"5/8"Yes0000000000000———0
    C5/32"4 3/8"6"6"4"90°2"4"———0.0003"0.0003"5/8"Yes000000000000000———0
     
    V-Blocks with Clamp
     
    Steel
    A5/32"1 5/8"2 1/2"2 1/2"2"90°3/4"1 1/2"2—5/16"0.0002"0.0002"3/8"Yes0000000000000———0
    A5/32"3 3/4"3"5"3"90°1 5/8"3 1/4"2—5/16"0.0002"0.0002"5/8"Yes000000000000000———0
    B5/32"2 7/8"3"4"3"90°1 3/16"2 5/16"2—5/16"0.0002"0.0002"5/8"Yes000000000000000———0
    C5/32"4 3/8"6"6"4"90°2"4"2—7/16"0.0003"0.0003"5/8"Yes000000000000000———0
     
    Hardened Steel
    A5/32"1 5/8"2 1/2"2 1/2"2"90°3/4"1 1/2"2—5/16"0.0002"0.0002"3/8"No0000000000000———0
    A5/32"3 3/4"3"5"3"90°1 5/8"3 1/4"2—5/16"0.0002"0.0002"5/8"No000000000000000———0
    A5/32"5 1/4"6"7"4"90°2 1/2"4 15/16"2—7/16"0.0003"0.0003"5/8"No000000000000000———0
    B5/32"2 7/8"3"4"3"90°1 3/16"2 5/16"2—5/16"0.0002"0.0002"5/8"No000000000000000———0
    C5/32"4 3/8"6"6"4"90°2"4"2—7/16"0.0003"0.0003"5/8"No000000000000000———0
    E1/8"1"1 5/8"1 1/4"1 1/4"90°7/16"13/16"11/4"-20
    		—0.0002"0.0002"1/4"No00000000000000000000000000
    F1/8"2"2 1/2"3"2"90°3/4"1 1/2"13/8"-16
    		—0.0002"0.0002"3/8"No0000000000000000000000000
     

    Economy V-Blocks

    Image of Product. 1 Vee. Front orientation. Contains Annotated. V-Blocks. Economy V-Blocks, Standard V-Blocks, 1 Vee.
    Image of Product. 4 Vees. Front orientation. Contains Annotated. V-Blocks. Economy V-Blocks, Standard V-Blocks, 4 Vees.

    1 Vee

    4 Vees

    When high precision isn’t critical, choose these V-blocks to hold and position round workpieces. Made from cast iron, they’re a solid, stable choice in high vibration areas. They’re made in pairs to ensure their height, faces, and grooves match, so your workpiece sits level and parallel across both. However, they’re not machined to the same tight tolerances as steel and granite V-blocks. They’re also not as strong as steel under heavy loads, so they may deform or crack over time.
    4 Vees—V-blocks with 4 vees have different-sized grooves on each side to support a range of diameters.
    Tolerance
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    Pair
    Sold as Matched Pair
     
    Standard V-Blocks
    11"1 1/4"2"1 7/8"90°1/2"1"Not Rated0.0019"IronYes0000000000000
    11 3/4"15/16"2"1 1/4"90°1/8"1"0.0012"0.0012"IronYes000000000000
    12 3/8"1 1/4"3"2 3/8"90°13/16"1 3/4"0.0012"0.0012"IronYes00000000000
    12 15/16"1 5/8"4"2 5/8"90°1"2 3/16"0.0012"0.0012"IronYes00000000000
    13 1/8"2"5"3 3/16"90°1 1/8"2 3/8"0.0016"0.0016"IronYes000000000000
    14 5/16"2 1/2"6"3 1/2"90°1 1/2"3 3/16"0.002"0.002"IronYes000000000000
    14 1/2"5 1/2"8"8"90°2 1/4"4 1/2"Not Rated0.0019"IronYes0000000000000
    14 15/16"2"6"4"90°2 1/8"4 3/16"0.002"0.002"IronYes0000000000000
    14 15/16"4"7"5 1/2"90°1 11/16"3 5/8"0.002"0.002"IronYes0000000000000
    15"6 5/8"10"10"90°2 1/2"5"Not Rated0.0019"IronYes0000000000000
    16 1/4"4"8"5 1/2"90°2"4"0.0024"0.0024"IronYes0000000000000
    16 5/16"2 1/2"7 1/4"5 1/4"90°2 5/8"5 1/8"0.0024"0.0024"IronYes000000000000
    17 7/8"2 7/8"8 7/8"6 1/2"90°3 7/16"6 11/16"0.0024"0.0024"IronYes000000000000
    42"1 3/8"3 3/4"2 3/4"90°1"
    13/16"
    5/8"
    3/8"    		2"
    1 3/16"
    1 9/16"
    3/4"    		0.0012"Not RatedIronYes0000000000000
    42 3/8"1 3/8"4 3/4"4 3/4"90°1 3/16"
    1"
    13/16"
    5/8"    		2 3/8"
    1 9/16"
    2"
    1 3/16"    		0.0012"Not RatedIronYes0000000000000
     

    Miniature V-Blocks

    Image of Product. Front orientation. Contains Annotated. V-Blocks. Miniature V-Blocks.
    Place into larger V-blocks to hold small shafts and cylinders. Set includes two clamps that fit different workpiece diameters.
    For
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    Each
     
    V-Blocks with Clamp
    21/32"9/32"2 3/8"90°1/8"0.0002"0.0002"SteelNo1 V-Block for 1/32" to 5/32" Workpieces—5/8" Wd. × 1" Ht. × 1/4" V Wd.
    1 V-Block for 3/64" to 9/32" Workpieces—3/4" Wd. × 1 1/4" Ht. × 5/16" V Wd.    		000000000000000
     

    Any-Size V-Blocks

    Image of ProductInUse. Front orientation. V-Blocks. Any-Size V-Blocks.
    To hold and support large or small round or cylindrical workpieces, position these two-piece V-blocks to accommodate any diameter. They are a good choice when frequently changing workpiece sizes.
    Slotted Mounting Holes
    Image of Product. Front orientation. V-Blocks. Any-Size V-Blocks, Slotted Mounting Holes.
    For
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    Standard V-Blocks
    1"24"3"3 1/2"3"0.002"0.001"21/2"NoSteelYes00000000000000
     
    Counterbored Mounting Holes
    Image of Product. Front orientation. Contains Annotated. V-Blocks. Any-Size V-Blocks, Counterbored Mounting Holes.
    For
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    Standard V-Blocks
    2"24"2 1/4"3 1/2"3"0.001"0.001"21/2"
    		1 1/2"2 1/2"NoSteelNo00000000000000
     

    Three-Way V-Blocks

    Image of ProductInUse. Front orientation. Contains MultipleImages. V-Blocks. Three-Way V-Blocks.
    Image of Product. Front orientation. V-Blocks. Three-Way V-Blocks.
    With vees in three different sizes, these blocks can support rods and shafts in a wide range of diameters. They’re precision ground in pairs to tight tolerances, so their heights, faces, and grooves are perfectly matched. When you rest your workpiece across two blocks, they’ll keep the centerline level. Made of hardened steel, they resist wear, so they’ll stay precise even with heavy use.
    For
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    Pair
    Sold as Matched Pair
    31/8"1 1/4"3/4"2"15/16"90°7/16"
    5/16"
    7/32"    		15/16"
    21/32"
    1/2"    		0.0002"0.0002"Hardened SteelNo000000000000000
    31/8"1 31/32"15/16"3"1 3/8"90°11/16"
    7/16"
    9/32"    		1 15/32"
    15/16"
    5/8"    		0.0002"0.0002"Hardened SteelNo00000000000000
    31/8"2 11/16"1 5/16"4"2 1/16"90°15/16"
    9/16"
    3/8"    		1 31/32"
    1 3/16"
    25/32"    		0.0002"0.0002"Hardened SteelNo00000000000000
    31/8"3 7/16"1 3/4"5"2 3/4"90°1 3/16"
    11/16"
    15/32"    		2 15/32"
    1 15/32"
    1 1/32"    		0.0002"0.0002"Hardened SteelNo00000000000000
     

    Adjustable-Angle V-Blocks

    Image of Product. Front orientation. Contains Annotated. V-Blocks. Adjustable-Angle V-Blocks.
    Use this block to hold workpieces at precise angles. Adjust the block to the desired angle, then tighten the set screw on the bottom of the block to lock it in place.
    Tolerance
    For Max. Workpiece
    Dia.
    Lg.
    Wd.
    Ht.
    Accuracy
    Range of
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    Container
    Type
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    Standard V-Blocks
    1 3/4"1 3/4"3 3/4"2"±0.003°0° to 90°90°1 5/32"1 1/8"0.0002"0.0002"SteelNoWood Case00000000000000
     

    Magnetic V-Blocks

    Image of Product. Front orientation. Contains Annotated. V-Blocks. Magnetic V-Blocks.
    Magnetic surfaces on the bottom, back, and one V face of these blocks eliminate the need for mounting clamps and bolts. Turn the lever to switch the magnetic force on and off.
    Tolerance
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    Squareness
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    Each
     
    Standard V-Blocks
    2"3 1/8"2 3/8"2 7/8"90°3/4"1 1/2"650.0008"0.0008"SteelYes0000000000000
    2"4 7/8"2 3/8"2 7/8"90°3/4"1 1/2"990.001"0.001"SteelYes000000000000
     

    Precise-Positioning V-Blocks for Grid Fixtures

    Image of ProductInUse. Front orientation. V-Blocks. Precise-Positioning V-Blocks for Grid Fixtures.
    A precision bushing inside each mounting hole helps you clamp these V-blocks onto plates, columns, and other grid fixtures with pinpoint accuracy. Their through holes match industry standard 1/2"-13 threaded holes with 2" center-to-center spacing. Made from steel, these blocks are ground to tight tolerances for a centered groove and squared faces. They’re hardened to withstand dents and wear, so they’ll hold their shape over time. A black oxide coating helps prevent corrosion.
    Vertical Mount with Counterbored Mounting Holes
    Image of System. Front orientation. Contains Annotated. V-Blocks. Precise-Positioning V-Blocks for Grid Fixtures, Vertical Mount with Counterbored Mounting Holes.
    Image of Product. Front orientation. Contains Annotated. V-Blocks. Precise-Positioning V-Blocks for Grid Fixtures, Vertical Mount with Counterbored Mounting Holes.
    Vertical-mount V-blocks have counterbored through holes, so you can attach them to your fixture with precision shoulder screws (sold separately). The screws have a shoulder diameter tolerance of 0.0004" for a tight fit that keeps blocks from shifting.
    V-Blocks
    Precision
    Shoulder Screws
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    Includes
    Each
    Each
    Sold Individually
     
    Standard V-Blocks
    1/2"5"2"3 1/4"3"120°1"3"11/2"-13
    		Threaded0.001"0.001"21/2"
    		NoBlack-Oxide SteelNoBushings000000000000000000000000000000
    1/2"9 1/2"2"5 1/4"5 1/2"120°1 1/2"5"11/2"-13
    		Threaded0.001"0.001"41/2"
    		NoBlack-Oxide SteelNoBushings0000000000000000000000000000
     
    Horizontal Mount with Counterbored Mounting Holes
    Image of System. Top orientation. Contains Annotated. V-Blocks. Precise-Positioning V-Blocks for Grid Fixtures, Horizontal Mount with Counterbored Mounting Holes.
    Image of Product. Front orientation. Contains Annotated. V-Blocks. Precise-Positioning V-Blocks for Grid Fixtures, Horizontal Mount with Counterbored Mounting Holes.
    Horizontal-mount V-blocks have counterbored through holes, so you can attach them to your fixture with precision shoulder screws (sold separately). The screws have a shoulder diameter tolerance of 0.0004" for a tight fit that keeps blocks from shifting.
    V-Blocks
    Precision
    Shoulder Screws
    For
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    Through
    Holes
    Tolerance
    Mounting
    Holes
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    Wd.
    Ht.
    V
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    V Dp.
    V Wd.
    No.
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    Size
    Type
    Squareness
    Parallel
    No.
    of
    Screw
    Size
    Mounting Fasteners
    Included
    Material
    Machinable
    Includes
    Each
    Each
    Sold Individually
     
    Standard V-Blocks
    1/2"5"1 1/2"3 1/4"2"120°7/8"3"11/2"-13
    		Threaded0.001"0.001"21/2"
    		NoBlack-Oxide SteelNoBushings000000000000000000000000000000
    1/2"5"1 1/2"5 1/4"2 1/2"120°1 1/2"5"11/2"-13
    		Threaded0.001"0.001"41/2"
    		NoBlack-Oxide SteelNoBushings0000000000000000000000000000
     
    Flange Mount with Straight Mounting Holes
    Image of System. Front orientation. Contains Annotated. V-Blocks. Precise-Positioning V-Blocks for Grid Fixtures, Flange Mount with Straight Mounting Holes.
    Image of System. Bottom orientation. Contains Annotated. V-Blocks. Precise-Positioning V-Blocks for Grid Fixtures, Flange Mount with Straight Mounting Holes.
    Image of Product. Front orientation. Contains Annotated. V-Blocks. Precise-Positioning V-Blocks for Grid Fixtures, Flange Mount with Straight Mounting Holes.
    Flange-mount V-blocks have both slots and holes for more mounting options when you’re building a setup. For precise positioning, use a dowel pin to mount them through straight holes on the bottom. For more flexible positioning, mount through the slots in the base with a socket head screw. Mounting fasteners are sold separately.
    V-Blocks
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    Standard V-Blocks
    5/8"3 1/8"4"3 1/8"3 1/8"90°1 1/2"2 7/8"41/2"-13
    		Threaded0.001"0.001"21/2"
    		1/2"NoBlack-Oxide SteelNoBushings000000000000000000000000000000100000000000000
     

    Ball Inspection V-Blocks

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    Ball Support

    Ball Bearing Support

    Use these inspection V-blocks to support rods, shafts, and other cylindrical workpieces for precise inspection or measuring tasks. The round surfaces reduce pressure on your workpiece, which helps prevent damage.
    Ball Support—Inspection V-blocks with ball supports are used for detecting lobes and out-of-round conditions. The balls don’t rotate—instead, they distribute your workpiece’s weight across eight stable points of contact. They also absorb impact, which prevents marring and surface distortion.
    Ball Bearing Support—Inspection V-blocks with ball bearings are used to measure runout, straightness, and concentricity on shafts and other round parts. The bearings spin freely, which reduces friction and allows you to rotate your workpiece smoothly and consistently.
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    Ball Support
    3/64"2 1/2"2201/2"—2 1/4"2 1/4"2"——Iron000000000000000
    1/4"5"1,1001"—3 1/2"3 1/2"2 1/2"——Iron00000000000000
    1/4"15"2,0001 1/2"—4 3/4"4 3/4"3 7/8"——Iron00000000000000
     
    Ball Bearing Support
    1/4"2 1/8"2,200—1 3/4"3 1/4"6"4"0.0002"0.0005"Iron00000000000000
    1"2 3/4"1,100—1 5/8"2 1/2"6"4"0.0002"0.0005"Iron00000000000000
    2 3/4"7 3/4"2,200—2 3/4"4"9"6"0.0002"0.0005"Iron0000000000000000
     

    Granite Inspection V-Blocks

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    Made in pairs, these inspection V-blocks are precision ground to tight tolerances for straight sides, square corners, and centered grooves. Since their top surfaces are perfectly matched, they keep the centerline of your workpiece level and parallel. These blocks are often used to precisely align round workpieces for measuring or inspecting. They come with a certificate traceable to NIST confirming their accuracy. Unlike metal blocks, these black granite blocks don’t rust or warp from temperature changes. They’re also nonmagnetic, so they won’t interfere with sensitive electronic equipment.
    Inspection Grade A—Inspection Grade A blocks are used for general inspections and quality-control work. They’re slightly less precise than Grade AA blocks.
    Laboratory Grade AA—Laboratory Grade AA blocks have the tightest tolerance for the highest level of accuracy. They’re best for inspections and quality-control work in calibration labs.
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    Inspection Grade A
    1/2"2"3"3"3"90°1 1/4"2 1/2"0.0002"0.0002"Black GraniteAccuracy Certificate Traceable to NIST00000000000000000
    3/4"4 1/2"6"6"6"90°2 1/2"5"0.0002"0.0002"Black GraniteAccuracy Certificate Traceable to NIST0000000000000000
     
    Laboratory Grade AA
    1/2"2"3"3"3"90°1 1/4"2 1/2"0.0001"0.0001"Black GraniteAccuracy Certificate Traceable to NIST0000000000000000
    3/4"4 1/2"6"6"6"90°2 1/2"5"0.0001"0.0001"Black GraniteAccuracy Certificate Traceable to NIST0000000000000000
     

    Adjustable-Height V-Blocks

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    Single V-Block

    Shown Extended

    Support workpieces at the exact height you need for inspection, milling, or grinding. These V-blocks combine the precision of shims and blocks with the adjustability of a screw jack. They help you keep workpieces level, even when the ends are uneven. Turn a dial to move the surface of each block up or down in 0.001” increments, then lock it in place with a set screw. Made in pairs, these blocks are ground to tight tolerances for grooves that are centered and parallel with the base. They’re hardened iron for durability and dent resistance.
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    Standard V-Blocks
    3/16"5"1,0001 3/4"4"3" to 3 1/2"120°3/4"2 9/16"0.001"Not Rated0.001"Iron00000000000000
     

    V-Blocks for Magnetic Workholding

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    Set these V-blocks onto a magnetic chuck or plate to lock metal workpieces in place—no fussing with clamps or bolts. Made of alternating layers of iron and stainless steel, these blocks conduct the magnetic field through their body and channel it straight into your workpiece. They’re often used to cradle rods, shafts, and irregularly shaped parts during grinding and inspecting. Each layer is entirely fused together with copper brazing, so you can machine these blocks without the layers separating. Compared to blocks made from aluminum or brass, these blocks are harder and more dent-resistant, so they hold their shape over time.
    Sold as Matched Pair—Matched pair blocks are ground together, so their heights, faces, and grooves are identical. When you rest your workpiece across the two blocks, they keep the centerline level.
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    3/8"3 1/2"3 1/2"3 1/2"1 7/8"90°1 1/4"2 1/2"850.0004"0.0002"Iron, Stainless SteelYes000000000000000000000000000000

    V-Blocks for Welding

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    Mount these V-blocks to grids on welding tables or plates to hold round workpieces in place. Their 5/8" dia. studs are sized to fit industry-standard mounting holes.
    Single Stud
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    Pivoting V-Blocks Shown In

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    Fixed V-Blocks

    Pivoting V-Blocks

    Pivoting V-Blocks—Pivoting V-blocks can hold both the outer and inner diameter of your workpiece. They can go from cradling the outside of a pipe at 60°, to lying completely flat, to gripping the inside of a pipe at a 60° angle.
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    Fixed V-Blocks
    2 1/2"1 5/8"——21/32"120°13/32"1 7/16"5/8"Black-Oxide SteelNo0000000000000
    8"3 3/16"——1 13/32"150°19/32"3 1/16"5/8"Black-Oxide SteelNo000000000000
     
    Pivoting V-Blocks
    4"—2 1/8"2"1 1/8"60°27/32"1"5/8"Zinc-Plated SteelNo000000000000
     
    Multiple Studs
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    Mounting Studs Installed

    V-blocks with multiple studs slot into at least two grid holes, which keeps them from shifting when you move workpieces in or out. They have two rows of mounting holes, so you can position them at a 45° or 90° angle on your grid.
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    Fixed V-Blocks
    4"8 1/4"2 1/4"2"120°1/2"1 11/16"5/8"Black-Oxide SteelNoFour Mounting Studs000000000000000
     
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