Clamps

Any project that is glued requires clamping to insure that the parts are bonded firmly in exactly the right position. You can never have too many clamps, it is a good idea to pick up any that are available for a good price, especially at swap meets and garage sales no matter what style they are.

Use a piece of scrap wood as a buffer between the jaws and the material to prevent damage. Clamping pressure should be at exact right angles to the glue line otherwise slippage may result. When the clamp is positioned screw the jaws shut until the clamp feels tight, some glue will be squeezed out around the joint, a sign that it is tight enough. Do not overtighten, if the fit is accurate only moderate pressure is required, the purpose of a clamp is only to maintain uniform pressure between the two surfaces, not to force them to fit.

To complete that project when you just don't have enough clamps and the stores are closed or you can't justify buying more for a one time job check this page on the Bench Notes site for wedge clamps.

Adjustable Clamp-It!" Assembly Tool
The square you can clamp has a new angle! Now you can align it, clamp it and fasten it at 90º and multiple angles. It easily adjusts to set any angle in 5º increments from 45º to 315º. Easily assemble pedestal bases, staircases, decks, cabinets, drawers and more without custom clamping jigs! 5' bar clamps sold separately Note: Coming soon to local stores.

Adjustable Clamp-It!" Assembly Tool

Adjustable Clamp-It!" Assembly Tool


Irwin C-Clamps
New design with double-rolled thread for faster clamping and increased durability. Available in 3'', 4'' and 6'' sizes.

Irwin C-Clamps

Irwin C-Clamps


 

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Hand Screw Clamps

The wooden jaws make these a natural for furniture repairs, the adjustable jaws will aso fit angled material.


Bessey K-Body Clamp Kit
System allows for easy alignment of all four clamps together for raised panel door contruction. Kit contains two 24'' K-Body clamps, two 40'' K-Body clamps, and one set of four K-P Blocks as shown at right.

Bessey K-Body Clamp Kit

Bessey K-Body Clamp Kit


 

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Pipe Clamps

These are very versatile, the length is determined by the length of the pipe used, additional length can be attained using pipe couplers. Black pipe is preferable to galvanized. Some cheaper brands tend to slip on pipe, if this happens drill a hole through the pipe behind the movable jaw and insert a nail.


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Surefoot Pipe Clamp

The Sure-Foot pipe clamp has a 2-1/2'' W foot to provide exceptional stability and prevent "domino-effect" tipping during setup. It won't rock on uneven bench surfaces! Plus it has a new, higher base that raises the pipe 1-1/2'' above table to allow for greater handle clearance, so you won't have to position clamp handle off the edge of a bench. Clamping face includes holes for mounting pads, cauls, jigs and speciality fixtures.


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QuickGrip

Feature one-handed operation with adjustable pressure.


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QuickGrip Bar Clamp

Offers the convience of one-handed operation. Some models can be reversed to act as a spreader.


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Short Bar Clamp

These clamps have a sliding jaw that makes them easily adjustable. A very good first choice because they are versatile and relatively inexpensive.


Bessey Supergrips 8''
Gives you the adjustability of sliding jaw screw clamps in a grip plier design!

Bessey Supergrips 8''

Bessey Supergrips 8


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Web Clamp

Nylon band wraps around object and is tightend with a rachet.


No Scuff Clamp
Has no scuff pads.

No Scuff Clamp

No Scuff Clamp


Stacking Clamp System
The ideal space-saving solution for clamping cabinet doors and panels! Comes with six clamps - enough to clamp three doors or panels at one time - or use as a single bar clamp. Solid steel construction.Great value! Compare at $195.99!

Stacking Clamp System

Stacking Clamp System


4-Way Equal Pressure Clamp
Adjustable length clamp provides pressure from all four sides Ñ ideal for big projects such as gluing table tops and shelving. Applies pressure on workpiece face when edge-clamping to prevent bowing and buckling large panels.Clamp attaches to any length 2 x 2Õs (lumber and wood clamp pads not included).

4-Way Equal Pressure Clamp

4-Way Equal Pressure Clamp

Pony® Cabinet Claw Clamp Set
Install face frame cabinets like a professional! Unique, time-saving clamps have all-in-one design that allow you to tighten, align, pre-drill and fasten in one easy process.

Pony® Cabinet Claw Clamp Set

Pony® Cabinet Claw Clamp Set


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Picture Frame Clamp

This type of clamp is used to hold mitered corners of picture frames.


Bessey Angle Clamp
Great for corner clamping.

Bessey Angle Clamp

Bessey Angle Clamp


Clamp-It!" Deluxe Kit
Tackle all of your clamping jobs with our original Clamp-It system and the NEW Mini Clamp-It! Deluxe Kit includes four full sets, including: Two Clamp-It Assembly Squares Four 5" Clamp-It Bar Clamps Two Mini Clamp-It Assembly Squares Four 4" Mini Bar Clamps Save 25%! ($79.88 Value)

Clamp-It!" Deluxe Kit

Clamp-It!" Deluxe Kit


Push-Down, Push-up, & Vertical Mount Clamps
These new and improved toggle clamps have a higher mounting base for larger clamping capabilities. PLUS, check out our new vertical mount clamps!

Push-Down, Push-up, & Vertical Mount Clamps

Push-Down, Push-up, & Vertical Mount Clamps

Pneumatic Clamps
Pneumatic clamps are great for drill press table and mortising machine applications  PLUS many other woodworking operations. Simply hook up to compressor with air hose!

Pneumatic Clamps

Pneumatic Clamps


Vacuum Press Kit
Here s an affordable way to expand your projects into vacuum veneering and form bending! Perfect for laminating veneers onto solid wood and veneer bending using multiple layers of veneer laid over a mold. Square Vacuum Press Kit also available (see details below).

Vacuum Press Kit

Vacuum Press Kit


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Glue

 
Titebond!" III Ultimate Wood Glue
Superior waterproof wood glue is ideal for exterior and interior woodworking! Available in five sizes. Stronger, safer, easier to clean up and less expensive than polyurethane glues. Allows eight minutes of open time and has an application temperature as low as 47º F. One hour clamp time! Cleans up with water. Does not foam.

Titebond!" III Ultimate Wood Glue

Titebond!" III Ultimate Wood Glue

Gorilla Glue
The original premium quality polyurethane glue now available in a smaller size!

Gorilla Glue

Gorilla Glue


Cawls

Use a cawl to maintain a flat surface when edge gluing boards together.

Note: There would also be clamps across the boards which are not shown.

Making a Cawl

One of the easiest ways to make cawls is to use this jig and a warped board

or save the cut-offs when you true up a board with it.

 


Vises

 

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Light Duty

Suitable for a hobbyist, usually will have a swivel base.

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Workshop Vise

Some models have a swivel base, often a anvil is built-in.

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Woodworker's Vise

These are what you would mount on a woodworking bench, note the pin that slides up to work with bench dogs to hold material.


6'' Clamp-On Bench Vise
Portable woodworking vise can be clamped or screwed onto a bench or other work surface. With 6" wide jaw and 4-1/2" jaw opening.

6'' Clamp-On Bench Vise

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Machinist Vise
Turn your drill press into a milling machine! Fits right to the drill press and mortising machines.

Machinist Vise

Machinist Vise


All-In-One Clamp Guide
The first zero-deflection straight edge clamping guide! Provides you with straighter and more accurate cuts, dadoes and routing without additional clamps. New and improved design features: 30% wider integral clamping jaws for tighter clamping and less marring of wood. 50% wider locking lever for quick, easy clamping of guide. Full-color measuring scale with large numbers (in 1/4").

All-In-One Clamp Guide

All-In-One Clamp Guide


Temporary Vise

Clamp a length of 2X2 to the bench top,

then clamp material to it, clamp both ends to hold it securily.