{"title":"Pin Vises","description":"\u003ch2\u003ePin Vise Selection — Quick Reference\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePin vise = HAND-HELD precision tool with SMALL COLLET at working end — holds DRILL BITS + TAPS + BROACHES + small precision tools. Watchmaking + electronics + jewellery + model + fine workshop work.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003ePin Vise Type\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eBest For\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eStandard Pin Vise (Single Collet)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFine drill + tap holding\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDouble-Ended Pin Vise (2 Collets)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMultiple bit sizes\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e4-Collet Pin Vise\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWorkshop versatility\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCommon Collet Sizes (0-3mm)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFine bit holding\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eKnurled Handle\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFine finger control\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSwivel Top\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePalm rest while turning\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCritical:\u003c\/strong\u003e Pin vise for FINE PRECISION work — small bits + slow rotation. Not for power drilling. Match collet to bit shank. Brands: \u003ca href=\"\/en-nz\/collections\/sutton-tools\"\u003eSutton Tools\u003c\/a\u003e. Companion: \u003ca href=\"\/en-nz\/collections\/hand-tools\"\u003ehand tools\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"\/en-nz\/collections\/drilling\"\u003edrilling\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"\/en-nz\/collections\/measuring-tools\"\u003emeasuring tools\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003ePin Vises\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA pin vise is a hand-held precision tool with a small collet at the working end, designed to hold drill bits, taps, broaches, pins, and similar small-diameter items for delicate hand work. Where a chuck-mounted drill is too big or too aggressive — jewellery, watchmaking, model engineering, fine repair work — a pin vise gives the operator full hand control with the collet's tight grip on tiny bits. AIMS Industrial stocks pin vises for precision workshop use.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eThe pin vise types we stock\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStandard pin vises\u003c\/strong\u003e — single collet at one end, for general precision work\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eReversible pin vises\u003c\/strong\u003e — collets at both ends, sized for different bit ranges, the everyday workshop choice\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSwivel-cap pin vises\u003c\/strong\u003e — handle cap rotates freely, allowing rotation by hand without slipping\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMulti-collet sets\u003c\/strong\u003e — single handle with multiple interchangeable collets for the full size range\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eKnurled and ergonomic handles\u003c\/strong\u003e — for grip and control during sustained precision work\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eCollet ranges\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMost workshop pin vises cover the small-bit range from 0mm to 3mm or 4mm in continuous-collet design (the same collet handles the full range), or in step-collet sets where each collet covers a specific size band. For very fine work (sub-1mm), specialty pin vises with smaller collet ranges give better grip on the tiny bits.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhere pin vises earn their place\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eModel engineering\u003c\/strong\u003e — drilling small holes in delicate workpieces where a power drill would damage the work\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eJewellery and watchmaking\u003c\/strong\u003e — fine drilling, reaming, and broaching\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eElectronics repair\u003c\/strong\u003e — tapping out holes on PCBs and small components\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eToolmaking\u003c\/strong\u003e — finishing precision holes by hand where machine tools can't reach\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEngraving and detail work\u003c\/strong\u003e — holding cutters and gravers for hand-controlled cuts\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHobby and craft applications\u003c\/strong\u003e — model making, scale modelling, fine art metalwork\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWorking with a pin vise\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTighten the collet firmly on the bit — pin vise collets grip by friction, so a bit that slips just hasn't been tightened enough. Use cutting fluid even on small drilling work; the chip-clearing benefit applies just as much in tiny bits as in larger ones. Keep the bit square to the work; even small misalignment shears small drills at the shank. For turning, use the swivel-cap design so the cap rotates against your palm while the collet end stays firmly held.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eBrands stocked at AIMS\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe pin vise range comes from quality manufacturers chosen for collet accuracy, handle ergonomics, and durability under sustained precision use. Specialist precision-tool brands and trade-grade manufacturers both feature in the range — \u003ca href=\"\/en-nz\/pages\/contact-us\"\u003econtact our team\u003c\/a\u003e for current options.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eCompanion tooling\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePin vises pair well with our micro drill bit range (0.3mm-3mm in HSS and carbide), small-diameter taps, and precision broaches. For the workbench setup, a small drilling pad or rubber mat under the work prevents marking finished pieces and reduces vibration during fine drilling.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eNeed help choosing a pin vise for a specific precision application? \u003ca href=\"\/en-nz\/pages\/contact-us\"\u003econtact our team\u003c\/a\u003e — we'll match collet range, handle style, and accessories.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"maxigear-pin-vice-set-4-pieces","title":"Maxigear Pin Vice Set, 4 pieces","description":"\u003cdiv style=\"max-width:680px;width:100%;padding:12px 0;font-family:Arial,sans-serif;\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display:flex;align-items:flex-start;justify-content:space-between;border-top:1px solid #e0e0e0;border-bottom:1px solid #e0e0e0;padding:16px 0;margin-bottom:24px;\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"flex:1;padding:0 12px;text-align:center;\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"font-size:24px;color:#333;margin-bottom:6px;line-height:1;\"\u003e◆\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"font-size:14px;font-weight:500;color:#333;line-height:1.4;\"\u003eMaxigear\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"flex:1;padding:0 12px;text-align:center;\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"font-size:24px;color:#333;margin-bottom:6px;line-height:1;\"\u003e●\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"font-size:14px;font-weight:500;color:#333;line-height:1.4;\"\u003eTrade workshop pick\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"flex:1;padding:0 12px;text-align:center;\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"font-size:24px;color:#333;margin-bottom:6px;line-height:1;\"\u003e▲\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"font-size:14px;font-weight:500;color:#333;line-height:1.4;\"\u003eDependable build\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size:14px;line-height:1.6;color:#444;margin:0;\"\u003eThe Maxigear Pin Vice Set, 4 pieces gives trades and workshops a dependable, fit-for-purpose hand tool\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Maxigear","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":49283656646933,"sku":"A0112856","price":46.62,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0740\/5191\/1957\/files\/maxigear-pin-vice-set-4-pieces-5497084.jpg?v=1781523974"},{"product_id":"maxigear-3-2mm-double-ended-pin-vice","title":"Maxigear 3.2mm Double Ended Pin Vice","description":"\u003cdiv style=\"max-width:680px;width:100%;padding:12px 0;font-family:Arial,sans-serif;\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display:flex;align-items:flex-start;justify-content:space-between;border-top:1px solid #e0e0e0;border-bottom:1px solid #e0e0e0;padding:16px 0;margin-bottom:24px;\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"flex:1;padding:0 12px;text-align:center;\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"font-size:24px;color:#333;margin-bottom:6px;line-height:1;\"\u003e◆\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"font-size:14px;font-weight:500;color:#333;line-height:1.4;\"\u003e3.2mm\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"flex:1;padding:0 12px;text-align:center;\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"font-size:24px;color:#333;margin-bottom:6px;line-height:1;\"\u003e●\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"font-size:14px;font-weight:500;color:#333;line-height:1.4;\"\u003eMaxigear\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"flex:1;padding:0 12px;text-align:center;\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"font-size:24px;color:#333;margin-bottom:6px;line-height:1;\"\u003e▲\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"font-size:14px;font-weight:500;color:#333;line-height:1.4;\"\u003eTrade workshop pick\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size:14px;line-height:1.6;color:#444;margin:0;\"\u003eThe Maxigear 3.2mm Double Ended Pin Vice gives trades and workshops a dependable, fit-for-purpose hand tool. 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