Pipe vise, also known as a hinged pipe vise or bench yoke vise. It is a tool used in plumbing and other trades to securely hold pipes or tubing while they are being cut, threaded, or worked on.
Function: Pipe vises are designed to clamp onto pipes, preventing them from rotating or shifting during tasks like cutting threads or sawing.
Design: The vise typically features a hinged yoke or clamp mechanism that secures the pipe. It uses a screw-down handle to tighten the jaws, providing a strong grip. The base is often designed with mounting holes to be fixed to a workbench for stability.
Applications: They are widely used for plumbing tasks, including clamping metal pipes, reaming threads, and connecting pipes. The opening size can be adjusted to fit pipes of various diameters.