Precision parallels or ‘parallel sets’, are blocks of steel that are machined to a flat rectangular shape and produced in matching pairs. They are hardened and then ground to an exact size …

The Basics: What Are Parallels? What Are They Used For? I recorded this originally in 2012. This video was done "live" at Industrial Sales and Manufacturing here in Erie, PA. A very "basic"...

Parallels usually come in matching sets of (2), and usually range from 1/2" tall to 2" tall in 1/4" increments. Most come hardened, which keeps them from wearing after years of service and …

Apr 18, 2024 · Wavy parallel sets, also known as sine bar sets, are specialized tools used in machining and inspection tasks where precise angular adjustments are required. These sets …

Parallels are used in machining operations, be it milling, drilling, turning or sometimes grinding. The most common use is to support work when it is in a vise or clamped to the machine bed.

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Machine edges to exacting heights with quality parallels and sets at MSC. We carry a large selection of thin, adjustable and wavy parallel sets for you to choose from.

Jun 8, 2025 · A parallel set is a visual representation used in data analysis and information visualization, particularly for categorical data. It consists of parallel lines, each representing a …

Parallels are precision ground and often used in pairs. Place a parallel against each vise jaw and rest your workpiece on top to raise it within the vise, allowing more clearance for cutting tools. …

Adjustable parallel pairs and sets keep items aligned with each other for machining or inspection. These parallels use a two-piece construction that can expand and contract with the two faces …