Clamps & Vises

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Clamps and vises for welding, fabrication, woodworking, assembly and repair. This section includes C-clamps, F-style and bar clamps, pipe clamps, one-handed quick clamps, spring clamps, locking C-clamps, welding clamps, corner clamps, bench vises, drill press vises and replacement jaws.

What to check before you order

  • Opening and throat depth. The opening is the widest part it can grab. Throat depth is how far from the edge it can reach. Check both against your workpiece.
  • Clamping force. Quick clamps are fast for light holding. Screw clamps and C-clamps apply more pressure for welding and gluing.
  • Jaw protection. Soft pads or jaw caps prevent marring on finished parts and wood.
  • Vise mounting. Bench vises bolt down through the base. Swivel bases add positioning, and jaw width sets how large a part fits.
  • Welding use. Use clamps made for welding, where spatter-resistant finishes and copper-plated screws hold up better.

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Common questions

What is the difference between a C-clamp and a bar clamp?

A C-clamp uses a screw in a fixed C-shaped frame, so its opening is limited by the frame size, but it applies firm, concentrated pressure. A bar clamp has a sliding jaw on a long bar, so one clamp covers a wide range of openings for gluing panels and holding long parts.

How is a bench vise sized?

Bench vises are usually sized by jaw width, with the maximum jaw opening and throat depth listed as separate specs. Pick a jaw width that suits the parts you hold most often and make sure the bench top is solid enough for the mounting bolts.

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