Panavise PCB Holder

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This Panavise model 381 vise is slightly larger and heavier than a third-hand. To make the most of its rotating head, I'll modify it to hold a printed circuit board for stability during soldering. The file PCBArmAndBase.stl has all necessary parts. However, I found the pcb guide slot depth too deep. Thus, PCBArmAndBase2.stl was created with squared-off pcb guide slots and an angled base to provide slight arm tilt. For assembly, print the base blocks and arms using either separate files or a combined one for simplicity. Disassemble your vise head and unscrew the original base blocks, saving them and the screws. Replace with new base blocks, ensuring holes are lower for easy use without further modifications. Lastly, insert the arm keys into each base block's L-shaped hole.