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Weighted Base Mount, Bench Vise, Base Type Weighted, Material Cast Iron, Mounting Hole Dia. 1/4 in Threaded, Number of Lock Down Bolts 2, Number of Mounting Points 2, Overall Height 1 1/32 in, Overall Length 6 7/8 in, Overall Width 7 1/2 in The PanaVise 308 weighted base mount is an accessory for PanaVise work-holding tools that allows a user to work with heavier items without having to bolt down a vise or use traditional clamping devices, ensuring the work tool's portability. The 308 weighted base mount is compatible with multiple PanaVise bases and vises, is constructed of cast iron molded into a special shape that encourages stability, and will not scratch surfaces that it is placed on. A cast iron base mount for added work-holding tool stability. View larger. Two-winged, low-slung design adds extra stability when working on vise held items base and head sold separately. View larger. Add Portable Stability with a Weight Base Mount The PanaVise 308 weighted base mount is work-holding tool accessory that is designed to attach to various PanaVise vises and bases, and provides stability without the need for clamps or permanent surface attachment. The overall footprint of the 308 weighted base mount is 6-7/8 deep x 7-1/2 wide 174.6 mm x 190.5 mm. Its height is 1-3/16 30.2 mm tall, weighs 5 lbs. 2.3 kg and it is constructed out of solid cast iron. It distributes weight through its two-wing arm shape, which adds stability. Surfaces are protected by four non-marring, anti-skid pads that attach to bottom surface contact points. Base Compatibility The 308 weighted base mount is compatible with the PanaVise 201 PV Jr. vise, the 300 standard base and the 305 low-profile base. Connection is provided by three pre-drilled and tapped 1/4-20 holes in the 308 weighted base mount's upper surface. The holes match the triangular mounting hole configuration found in the compatible bases and vise. The 308 weighted base mount also has two additional pre-drilled 1/4-20 holes at the edge of its left and right wings, which can anchor other work-holding tool accessories. Key Features Cast iron base mount stabilizes bases and heads without the use of clamps Two forged wings spread weight distribution for extra stability Compatible with multiple PanaVise vises and vise bases Pre-drilled and taped holes for fast base mounting Additional tapped holes along wing edges for mounting of accessories Includes non-marring, anti-skid pads Specifications PanaVise vise/vise base compatibility: 201 PV Jr. vise, and 300 and 305 bases Construction: cast iron Weight: 5 lbs. 2.3 kg Height with pads installed: 1-3/16 30.2 mm Overall dimensions: 6-7/8 deep x 7-1/2 wide 174.6 mm x 190.5 mm Pre-drilled and tapped mounting holes 1/4-20: 3 at top for mounting base 2 side-oriented for accessory mounting What's in the Box? PanaVise 308 weighted base mount Four non-marring, anti-skid neoprene base pads User. In the event of defective materials and/or workmanship, PanaVise Products, Inc. will, without charge, repair or replace, at its option, the defective product within 60-days from the receipt of the defective product. which includes but is not limited to improper installation, or failure to provide reasonable and necessary maintenance. About PanaVise Founded in 1957 by tool and die maker Otto Colbert and currently headquartered in Reno, Nevada, PanaVise is a leader in work-holding products. Over the years, a natural outgrowth of this expertise has been continued development of other items which hold things securely and offer a wide range of motion. Important areas in which this has been applied include, Electronics, CCTV Camera Mounts, and Audio/Video Mounts, earning PanaVise the nickname the the hold it anywhere you want it company.
From the Manufacturer
The PanaVise 308 weighted base mount is an accessory for PanaVise work-holding tools that allows a user to work with heavier items without having to bolt down a vise or use traditional clamping devices, ensuring the work tool's portability. The 308 weighted base mount is compatible with multiple PanaVise bases and vises, is constructed of cast iron molded into a special shape that encourages stability, and will not scratch surfaces that it is placed on.
A cast iron base mount for added work-holding tool stability.Two-winged, low-slung design adds extra stability when working on vise held items (base and head sold separately).
Add Portable Stability with a Weight Base Mount
The PanaVise 308 weighted base mount is work-holding tool accessory that is designed to attach to various PanaVise vises and bases, and provides stability without the need for clamps or permanent surface attachment. The overall footprint of the 308 weighted base mount is 6-7/8" deep x 7-1/2" wide (174.6 mm x 190.5 mm). Its height is 1-3/16" (30.2 mm) tall, weighs 5 lbs. (2.3 kg) and it is constructed out of solid cast iron. It distributes weight through its two-wing arm shape, which adds stability. Surfaces are protected by four non-marring, anti-skid pads that attach to bottom surface contact points.
Base Compatibility
The 308 weighted base mount is compatible with the PanaVise 201 PV Jr. vise, the 300 standard base and the 305 low-profile base. Connection is provided by three pre-drilled and tapped 1/4"-20 holes in the 308 weighted base mount's upper surface. The holes match the triangular mounting hole configuration found in the compatible bases and vise. The 308 weighted base mount also has two additional pre-drilled 1/4"-20 holes at the edge of its left and right wings, which can anchor other work-holding tool accessories.
Key Features
- Cast iron base mount stabilizes bases and heads without the use of clamps
- Two forged wings spread weight distribution for extra stability
- Compatible with multiple PanaVise vises and vise bases
- Pre-drilled and taped holes for fast base mounting
- Additional tapped holes along wing edges for mounting of accessories
- Includes non-marring, anti-skid pads
Specifications
- PanaVise vise/vise base compatibility: 201 PV Jr. vise, and 300 and 305 bases
- Construction: cast iron
- Weight: 5 lbs. (2.3 kg)
- Height (with pads installed): 1-3/16" (30.2 mm)
- Overall dimensions: 6-7/8" deep x 7-1/2" wide (174.6 mm x 190.5 mm)
- Pre-drilled and tapped mounting holes (1/4"-20):
- 3 at top for mounting base
- 2 side-oriented for accessory mounting
What's in the Box?
- PanaVise 308 weighted base mount
- Four non-marring, anti-skid neoprene base pads
- User's manual and warranty information
Limited Lifetime Warranty
All PanaVise products are warranted against defective materials and/or workmanship to all original consumer owners from the date of original consumer purchase for the lifetime of ownership by the original consumer owner. In the event of defective materials and/or workmanship, PanaVise Products, Inc. will, without charge, repair or replace, at its option, the defective product within 60-days from the receipt of the defective product. The Warranty does not apply to damage not resulting from defective materials and/or workmanship while in the possession of the original consumer or to unreasonable use by the original consumer, which includes but is not limited to improper installation, or failure to provide reasonable and necessary maintenance.
About PanaVise
Founded in 1957 by tool and die maker Otto Colbert and currently headquartered in Reno, Nevada, PanaVise is a leader in work-holding products. Over the years, a natural outgrowth of this expertise has been continued development of other items which hold things securely and offer a wide range of motion. Important areas in which this has been applied include, Electronics, CCTV Camera Mounts, and Audio/Video Mounts, earning PanaVise the nickname the "the hold it anywhere you want it company."
AJ
Reviewed in the United States on January 24, 2024
Good addition to PanaVise making it more stable. Larger and heavier than I imagined but in a good way
Jose
Reviewed in the United States on January 22, 2024
That’s what I looking for it a heavy mount
Mike McCauley
Reviewed in the United States on July 8, 2023
One can't say much about a piece of cast iron, now can one?It mates perfectly with the standard Panavise base. It's heavy enough to hold your work piece stable, but not so heavy as to be irritating when you move it. I feel it should be a bit less expensive, given what it is, but it's not ridiculously overpriced. If you want a base weight, it'll do the job.
Mr. Somebody
Reviewed in the United States on September 20, 2020
I saw some older reviews that the bases came without holes drilled. I took a shot since I needed this and recent customers had no problem. The one I ordered had all the holes drilled, so perhaps the ones they are shipping out these days are all fine and it was just a hiccup in the manufacturing process.This is a nice heavy base that will keep the vice sturdy for light work and it has no sharp burs. Without the base, I noticed the vice could tip when adjusting it if I was too forceful. Since then, mine hasn't tipped at all. I wouldn't advise trying to saw lumber in it, but it's sturdy enough for it's purpose.The build quality is solid, but don't look for mm perfection. The underside where the rubber feet are attached are not equally sized—some had extra space, some were almost going over the edge. There was still enough room for the rubber feet to perform properly and the base isn't sliding at all for me.I think it is pricey considering it's a just a blackened hunk of metal, but it does the job for me. I'm using my vice to make cables and other electronics work and this provided the extra weight I needed to keep the vice from moving. YMMV.
Trevor
Reviewed in Canada on July 22, 2020
I took up locksport (picking locks) as a hobby and learned the hard way that it is far easier to work on a lock while it is secured in a vise than holding it in one's hand, but I did not possess a suitable vise of my own. I chose to try Panavise, as it is the brand that is most popular in those circles, and got myself a standard base (300) with a standard head (303). While they have some imperfections, they proved their worth for holding locks. However, I want to be able to use my vise for other purposes as well, and it starts to tip easily with anything much larger or heavier than locks.I decided to get a base mount, and first tried the tray variant (312), as it's the most common option within the locksport community (also with other circles -- tinkering, electronics, etc.). It held parts well, but the main purpose I bought it for was added stability. The issue was that the tray mount I received was warped. It would not sit flat, and any time I used the vise with it attached, the whole setup would wobble around and make horrible loud clacks against the table surface. I tested it on a surface plate to verify that it was indeed the mount and not my table. My vise base actually sits perfectly flat and is more stable *without* the tray mount. I even gave Panavise the benefit of the doubt and tried ordering a second one, just in case I just had a single bad part, but the replacement was *also* warped. I refunded them both and decided to try the 308 (this product) instead.I am very glad that I did. When I read some bad reviews about this part (lack of drilled holes, missing feet, poor quality, etc.), I just about gave up on the Panavise brand altogether, but the 308 that I received was in good condition. It is a lot heavier than I probably need, making it a lot less portable and takes up a bit more table space than the tray mount, but it does its job. Sadly, it does not hold parts, but I can always find some sort of tray that isn't a mount that I can set nearby the vise. It matters much more to me that I my workpiece is steady and my whole setup is not wobbling all over the place making a racket.Don't expect it to be pretty -- it has a rough cast finish, with just some black paint over top for protection. It did come properly cast without warping, with the holes drilled, and with attachable rubber feet. For the purposes of securing your work, and it's sturdy enough to secure quite a bit of work, it feels worth its equally hefty price tag. I've justified the bigger sticker price because it originates from the US, and a 5 pound casting is probably not the cheapest to initially ship to Canada for resale.
Max Green
Reviewed in Canada on March 31, 2020
Functional, but seems like PanaVise "proudly make" their products in the backyard foundry. Finishing quality is laughable.
TG
Reviewed in Canada on November 11, 2020
I purchase a lot of Panavise gear. Their products are great. This base is no exception. Solid and weighty. Comes with rubber feet, screws and threaded holes. Pairs well with the low profile vise.
J. R. W.
Reviewed in the United States on July 31, 2015
This is what I needed to make my PanaVise Jr. usable, it no longer slides around the workbench. Very stable, but lift it up and move it where it needs to be. well-made and heavy-duty, heavy. two screw locations on the outer legs for accessories, if needed.
Spork
Reviewed in the United States on September 18, 2013
I need to hold something rock steady without bolts or clamps, so this base mount looked good. Unfortunately, the mount that I received doesn't sit flat -- it's close but I was expecting better. Tried it on several different flat surfaces with the same result on each. Stuck on the provided rubber feet but that didn't help. If the base mount had been designed such that it sat on three rubber feet instead of four, there wouldn't be a problem, but maybe that would just create other problems. I ended up solving the problem by sticking some extra material to the bottom of one of the four rubber feet. Sugru would probably work well too, instead of the provided feet.The other minor problem I had with this item was in my own eyes/brain but I'll mention it here in case yours work the same way. When I looked at the photo of this item, it appeared as though the projections were legs pointed in a downward direction. I imagined there would be a third leg on the back. Based on that misperception of the item's height, I purchased the low profile base (part 305). When this base mount arrived, I was surprised to find that it's pretty flat. Check out the photos on the manufacturer's website for better angles.
R. R.
Reviewed in the United States on January 26, 2013
Just purchased the PanaVise Model 201 PV Jr. Did not want the magnetic or c-clamp base. This is awsome. Its larger than I thought it would be and rock solid stable. Its made like a brick. Hey - its cast iron. One reviewer complained of casting lines. Yes this has them... very very minor and hardly noticable with the black paint. Your going to have casting lines on something cast in a sand mold. If you want one that is perfect then pay your local machine shop $400.00 to design and CNC machine a perfect base for you. This is the perfect companion to the PV Jr or any other of the 300 series bases. You will not be dissapointed - I'm not.
Austin Spafford
Reviewed in the United States on November 29, 2009
Weighing in at five pounds, this base will certainly keep the vise from moving about. When combined with the standard base and vise (PanaVise 301), the total weight of eight pounds is about at the threshold of being convenient to pick up and reposition.The rubber feet are good, but also optional, so you can use whatever you want to protect against sideways forces.Installation was trivial, as the included screws match the base well.The flat edge on the front of the base also allows the standard vise head (PanaVise 303) to go completely horizontal while keeping the clamp handle on top. This is normally not possible since the long protrusion from the vise head will normally bump into whatever surface the vise is mounted to.There are also two side screw holes that can be used for expansions, such as custom made third hands for electronics work (coolant tubing + alligator clips).
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