MakerPi Tivise | Work Made Simpler and More Fun
- Jun 15, 2025
- 3 min read
3-layer Fractal Vise| Multi-hardness Jaws | Versatile Functionality | High Flexibility | Gr5 Titanium
For precision work, DIY enthusiasts, and anyone who appreciates a meticulously engineered tool that combines functionality with a touch of ingenuity, the MakerPi Tivise: Work Made Simpler and More Fun is a game-changer. Now live on Kickstarter, this innovative titanium fractal vise promises to transform your workbench, making clamping irregular shapes effortless and adding a new level of precision and enjoyment to your projects.
Project Overview
Name and Creator: MakerPi Tivise | Work Made Simpler and More Fun by MakerPi HK
What It Is: A highly advanced and adaptable fractal vise crafted from premium materials (titanium or steel), designed to securely clamp objects of any shape, even the most complex and irregular. Tivise features a unique three-level fractal jaw system and interchangeable jaw materials, making it an indispensable tool for hobbyists, jewelers, model makers, electronics repair, and anyone engaged in precision work.
Key Features
Three-Level Adaptive Fractal Jaws: The hallmark of the Tivise is its innovative fractal jaw design. Unlike traditional vises with flat jaws, Tivise's jaws incorporate multiple nesting and rotating semi-circular grips. As the jaws close, these grips pivot independently to conform precisely to the contours of any object, ensuring a secure hold without damaging delicate surfaces or struggling with odd shapes. It also offers a lockable first level for handling miniature components.
Multiple Jaw Material Options: To provide unmatched versatility, Tivise allows for quick-change jaw inserts made from four different materials, each with varying hardness levels:
Titanium/Steel Jaws: For maximum clamping force on rigid workpieces.
Brass Jaws: A softer metal, ideal for securing moderately hard components while protecting surface finishes.
Nylon Jaws: A durable engineering plastic offering a balance of hardness and flexibility for semi-rigid components and surface protection.
Silicone Jaws: An ultra-elastic, insulating material designed for fragile components requiring minimal clamping pressure and maximum surface protection.
Premium & Durable Construction: Tivise is available in high-grade materials:
Titanium: Lightweight yet incredibly strong, with excellent corrosion resistance.
Stainless Steel: Robust and durable for heavy-duty use.
All components are built to last, ensuring a long lifespan for this precision tool.
Functional Expandability & Accessories: Tivise is designed to be more than just a vise. It offers various optional accessories that snap or screw on, enhancing its utility:
Mini Magnetic Storage Bins: Attach to the side for holding small parts, screws, or bits.
5X Magnifying Glass: Snaps onto a screw slot for detailed precision work.
Desktop Clamping Module: Includes a ball-joint mount to attach the vise to any workbench edge and swivel it for perfect working angles.
Multi-purpose Adapter Plate: For linking two Tivise units side-by-side or connecting other tools.
Smart Design Details:
Dual-Length Version: Available in 45mm (1.77″) and 90mm (3.54″) clamping widths, with interchangeable base units.
1/4" Universal Thread: The base features a standard tripod mount, allowing it to be mounted on camera tripods, mini clamps, or boom arms for mobile workstations and tricky angles.
Integrated Spirit Levels: Built into both sides of the base for precision alignment.
Auxiliary Scales: Laser-etched metric and imperial scales on guide rods for quick measurements.
Non-slip Base: Silicone pads keep the vise stable on any work surface.
Rewards
Steel Tivise: Starts at $145 for the lowest priced unit made of steel.
Titanium Tivise: Starts at $169
Titanium and steel versions have different prices and the reward options will also vary by the sizes of the vise.
The Idea
Concept: To revolutionize precision clamping for makers and professionals by providing a fractal vise that is exceptionally versatile, precise, and customizable, making complex work simpler, more enjoyable, and highly efficient.
Inspiration: MakerPi HK recognized the limitations of traditional vises when dealing with non-standard or delicate objects. They aimed to create a clamping tool that truly adapts to any shape, freeing users from frustration and enabling higher precision. Building on the established concept of fractal vises, they sought to refine it with premium materials, quick-change jaw options, and modular expandability. The Tivise is born from a passion for empowering creators and innovators, offering a tool that not only solves practical problems but also inspires creativity and makes "work more fun" through its ingenious design and seamless functionality.
