HFS(R) 2 Way 4-Inch Drill Press X-Y Compound Vise Cross Slide Mill – Precision Milling for Wood and Metal

Overview

The HFS 2 Way 4-Inch Drill Press X-Y Compound Vise Cross Slide Mill is designed to turn a standard drill press into a versatile milling station. With a two-way moving slider and a four inch jaw, you can secure parts with confidence and adjust the workpiece to the exact position you need. This setup is ideal for small features where you want to transition smoothly between drilling and milling without moving to a dedicated machine.

Built for woodworking and metalworking, the cross slide can be connected to a lathe or other fixtures to fix a workpiece in the precise location required for multiple operations. It is crafted to work with your existing tools, expanding what you can accomplish in a single workspace.

How it works and what you get

The vise features a durable cast iron body and powerful serrated steel jaws that maintain grip during repeated passes. Cold rolled steel screws provide smooth travel and long-lasting performance. Two swivel crank handles let you adjust the vise front to back and left to right, while bolt down slots secure the unit firmly to a bench or drill press table. When not in use, hinged crank handles swing out of the way to keep the workflow unobstructed.

• Specifications and travel: 3.5 inch throat opening, 5 inch longitudinal travel, 3.5 inch cross travel, 4 inch jaw width; adjustable shims allow fine tuning for consistent results.
• Construction and components: durable cast iron body, serrated steel jaws, cold rolled steel screws designed for repeatable clamping.
• Accuracy features: cross slide with precisely aligned jaws, removable adjusting crank handles for easy maintenance.

Practical setups and use cases

Use the cross slide to convert drilling tasks into milling-like operations for small parts such as through holes, slots, or pocket features. The stable platform helps you machine material while keeping the piece fixed in a reference plane. Its ability to connect with other tools expands your workshop capabilities, letting you move between machines without losing alignment.

• Woodworking scenarios: precise pocketing, dowel drilling, and step features on small parts with repeatable positioning.
• Metalworking scenarios: light milling on aluminum or brass, deburring edges, and consistent slot creation with controlled depth.

Overall, this vise emphasizes rigidity, ease of use, and compatibility with existing equipment. It offers a practical path to improved accuracy in wood and metal projects, without promising guaranteed results. The two swivel handles, adjustable shims, and secure bolt-down capability provide a stable, repeatable setup that can enhance your workflow when you need controlled movement along two axes.