Starrett V-Blocks come in a variety of styles to suit the numerous requirements of machinists. They are for general shop use and layout work, as well as for holding stock in place during light-duty milling, drilling, and grinding operations. All clamp screws have a hole to help secure the workpiece.

Starrett 567 V-Block and Clamp (Capacity 1-5/16in; 33mm)

• The clamp is smaller than the outside width of the block, but has an adjustable side screw to support the block and prevent tilting
• The V at the stepped end is at right angles to the base and is handy for holding shouldered studs, pins, etc
• A clearance hole for drilling or removing dowel pins is provided in the block
• The block has four 3/8-16 tapped holes, two in the base and one on each side for attachment to an angle iron; The angle iron holding the block can then be attached to a lathe faceplate or held by a magnetic chuck
• The clamp is a strong forging
• The block is hardened and precision ground. The sides are parallel and the V is central and parallel to the sides and base
• Can be used on its base, on the end or on either side