Helping Hand Screw Lock Plate

myminifactory

This locking plate ensures one-handed control over screw tightening or re-adjustment on standard Helping Hands benchtop tools, eliminating the need for two hands to achieve desired tightness. When attempting to cinch down wing nuts, screws often turn, requiring two hands to reach optimal tightness levels. Loosening joints can cause objects to fall suddenly and suffer damage, while tightening requires both hands to maintain control over the object's position. This locking plate maintains constant control over the object with one hand holding it steady in place, allowing for easy adjustment with the other hand without risking damage or misalignment. As a lab technician working on intricate PCBs under a microscope during nano-hand soldering of 0201 surface mount components and smaller, I rely heavily on this tool to prevent shifting and maintain precision control over fragile components. Designing this locking plate has made my job significantly easier and safer by providing the flexibility to make quick adjustments without compromising object stability or integrity.