Woodworkers Guide To Clamps

Clamps for Every Occasion

When working with wood, clamps are often needed to hold parts together while glue sets up. The same is true when gluing up larger panels of solid wood for cabinetry. There are several variations of clamps; each is designed for a different application.

F-Clamp-Bar Clamp

An F-clamp is used for holding material together, while a permanent attachment is made with screws or glue. Also called a bar clamp, the F-clamp resembles a C-clamp, but has a wider opening.

Bessey Revo K-Body ClampsFor high pressure clamping, 90 degree clamping, or powerful spreading, the new K Body REVO is an ideal choice. Its large, parallel jaws are uniquely designed to distribute even pressure across the entire surface of your work to stop bowing, turning, and lifting. The K Body's updated design includes three removable jaw protection caps to help prevent wear. They are repellent to glue, easily replaceable, and resist paint and grease solvents. A quick-release feature allows the movable jaw to slide up and down the rail by simply angling the comfortable Power-Grip handle. Plus, each clamp includes two slip-on workpiece supports that attach to the rail, providing a stable base and preventing direct contact between the clamp and the actual workpiece. Compatible with K-P clamp blocks and the K-Body Clamp Extender.

Bessey Revo K-Body Clamps

Bessey Revo K-Body Clamps

Pipe Clamp

The pipe clamp is used with ½" or ¾ steel pipe, which gives it the versatility of creating any clamp length. A large handle offers easier clamping with less effort, while a clutch system holds the fixed jaw at any location on the pipe

Sure-Foot Plus u2122 3/4'' Pipe ClampNew and improved design features 2-1/4" high jaws - a half inch higher than standard pipe clamps! Ideal for use with our exclusive Pipe Clamp Bench Blocks (#35359), providing a full 1" engagement with the workpiece on the lower clamp.

3/4" pipe sold separately.

Sure-Foot Plus u2122 3/4'' Pipe Clamp

Sure-Foot Plus u2122 3/4

Wooden Handscrew Clamp

The wooden handscrew clamp is used for gluing and assembly. Constructed with hardwood, the jaws are less likely to mar a finished surface.

C-Clamp

C-clamps are excellent for many jobs; every tool kit should include them. The swivel jaw prevents the clamp from walking across the material when tightened.

Spring Clamp

Spring Clamps allow fast opening and closing making them great for one-handed applications. Generally used for holding glued wood pieces together or securing work to a surface.

Flex-Jaw Spring Clamp SetIt's good for indoor, outdoor, hobby. Camping, woodworking applications.

Flex-Jaw Spring Clamp Set

Flex-Jaw Spring Clamp Set

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