PCB Vise flip

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I was on the hunt for a reliable PCB vise and stumbled upon some intriguing designs, but unfortunately, the hardware just didn't mesh well with those concepts. Taking inspiration from [PCB vise 180 flip](https://www.thingiverse.com/thing:2663801), I crafted my own vise that easily surpasses the 180-degree flip limit. I deliberately designed this vise to hold the PCB at a comfortable 15-degree angle, aiming for a final angle close to that mark. Working with soldering equipment proves much more manageable when the PCB is positioned at a slight incline rather than flat. To create this design, I utilized a 1/2" aluminum pipe as both guide and axis for the flip mechanism. The screw itself measures 1/4", making use of what I had on hand. Two bushings play crucial roles in this setup: one with a small gap to accommodate a nut serves as the driver, while the other is a tiny tube designed to secure the screw in place. To lock this latter bushing into position, a spot of glue or epoxy does the trick. The handle features a small screw and nut combination that can be locked securely into the long screw. It's advisable to file a flat surface for the screw to engage with, but epoxy could also work here. Since this is a PCB vise, I don't foresee applying excessive force. As an added feature, I incorporated some deliberate dents to help secure the PCB in place with minimal effort.