Description
The Kurt HD690 is a heavy duty bench vise made for precision machining and repeatable clamping. With a full 9 inch opening between standard jaw plates and verified Kurt 6 vise jaw dimensions, the HD690 delivers high clamp force with minimal body deflection. Its wider, taller stationary jaw and “pull-type” body is designed to reduce stress and improve stiffness so setups remain flat and accurate under load. The vise accepts HD platform quick change movable jaws and uses sine keys for positive alignment; Groove Lock workstop and jaw are included. Narrower body width allows more vises per work envelope while maintaining a matched body height tolerance of ±0.0005". Typical shipping weight: 75 lbs.
Product Features and Benefits
Large 9" jaw opening for oversized parts
The Kurt HD690 full 9" opening expands capacity for larger workpieces while preserving rigid clamping and precise alignment for repetitive operations.
Optimized stationary jaw & low deflection body
Kurt 6 vise jaw dimensions are wider, the taller stationary jaw with four top bolts reduces stationary jaw deflection, and the pull type body design lowers internal stress for more accurate clamping under load.
HD quick change movable jaws & Groove Lock workstop
The 6-inch Kurt vise features an HD platform with quick-change jaws, making holding odd shapes fast and repeatable; a Groove Lock workstop and jaw are included to simplify fixturing and datum control.
Mounting compatibility and installation accuracy
Bolts and locates directly to standard grid plates and uses sine keys for alignment; body height matched to ±0.0005" for precision setups.
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the Kurt vise jaw specs?
The HD690 includes hardened steel jaw plates, a Groove Lock workstop, and HD quick-change movable jaws compatible with standard HD accessories.
Does the Kurt HD690 have 6" vise jaw dimensions?
Yes, the vise is specified with a 6 inch nominal jaw width and detailed Kurt 6 vise jaw dimensions for mounting and replacement jaws.
Is a Kurt HD690 the same as a 6" Kurt vise?
The HD690 offers a 6 inch jaw width option but adds a 9 inch jaw opening and heavier duty features for machining work.
Can I use a Kurt vise speed handle with the HD690?
The Kurt HD690 is compatible with standard Kurt accessories, including the speed handle; confirm the part fits with your jaw and spindle configuration.
Features:
Kurt DH690 Vise Dimensions




Dimensional Data
A | 3.125 |
B | 6.000 |
C | 16.81 |
D | 3.375 |
E | 1.485 |
F | 1.485 |
H | 1.735 |
J | .725 |
L | 2.000 |
N | .940 |
O | 3.875 |
P (TYP) | 1/2-13 (2x) |
Q | 7.33 |
R | 6.875 |
S | 2.99 |
T | 5.812 |
U | .66 |
V | 1.51 |
AA | 9.062 |
BB | 12.099 |
CC | 13.787 |
DD | 16.824 |
EE | 4.000 |
FF | 10.000 |
GG | 7.874 |
HH | 3.1496 |
II | 1.9685 |
JJ | 2.000 |
KK | .330 |
LL | .625 |
MM | .9920 |
NN | .6299 |
OO | .625 |
PP | .6299 |
.625 |

Warning:
This product can expose you to materials and/or chemicals including arsenic, lead, and other materials and/or chemicals which are known to the state of California to cause cancer and/or reproductive harm.
For more information, visit www.P65Warnings.ca.gov

Warning:
This product can expose you to materials and/or chemicals including arsenic, lead, and other materials and/or chemicals which are known to the state of California to cause cancer and/or reproductive harm.
For more information, visit www.P65Warnings.ca.gov