#  A  B  C  D  E  F  G  H  I  J  K  L  M  N  O  P  Q  R  S  T  U  V  W  X  Y  Z   

 Home

 Calculations
 Contacts
 Conversions
 Help
 Links
 Subjects


Clamp

A fastening device which secures something within its jaws without constant human pressure.

Band Clamp
For clamping round, oval and odd-shaped pieces. Consists of nylon band and ratchet mechanism. When used in conjunction with corner blocks it can be used to clamp objects such as picture frames.

Bar Clamp
A tool with a stationary head and a sliding foot used for clamping over a large distance.

Corner Clamp
Photograph courtesy of Draper.co.uk
Designed to hold two pieces together at 90° to each other.
Frame Clamp
Uses corner blocks and long-threaded rods with sliding speed nuts to assemble square, rectangular and other oddly-shaped work pieces.

G-clamp
A screw-activated clamping device in the shape of the letter "G".

Squeeze Clamps
Photograph courtesy of Draper.co.uk
Light duty clamps applied with one hand with an automatic advancing squeeze handle.

Three-way Edge Clamp
C-clamp design with a third screw that applies right angle pressure to the edge. Used to apply and repair mouldings, decorative trim and edging.
Previous PageNext Page

Subjects:
Mechanical Engineering
Tools

Weblinks:
Draper.co.uk Quality Tools Since 1919
Science & Engineering Encyclopaedia Version 2.4 © 2001-2010 Dirac Delta Consultants Limited