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Pipe Clamps and Heavy Bar Clamps
Use these to apply a lot of pressure over a long distance, as in gluing up a carcass. Pipe clamps are the less expensive alternative. What you get is the head and tail fixtures, you buy the pipe at any length. 3/4" pipe models are strongest, but 1/2" pipe models will suit most needs. I-bar type are more rigid and apply the most pressure where required as in gluing passage doors.
Jorgensen "Pony" Pipe Clamp, 3/4"
This 3/4" pipe clamp set incorporates standard Acme cut steel threaded screws for a securing hold and final tightening. The tail-stop features a multiple-disc-clutch for fast easy adjustments while holding work securely. Often considered the industry standard for pipe clamps, "Pony" clamps are made in the USA and designed to be used on standard 3/4" black pipe of any length. Set includes one each head and tail unit.
Jorgensen "Pony" Pipe Clamp, 1/2"
This 1/2" pipe clamp set incorporates standard Acme cut steel threaded screws for a securing hold and final tightening. The tail-stop features a multiple-disc-clutch for fast easy adjustments while holding work securely. Often considered the industry standard for pipe clamps, "Pony" clamps are made in the USA and designed to be used on standard 1/2" black pipe of any length. Set includes one each head and tail unit.
30", 42" or 54" Capacity T-Bar Clamp
This imported 30" capacity t-bar clamp is a great value and, although best suited for heavy-duty work, will work in practically any clamping application. The cast iron heads are tapered 1-1/2 degrees for true parallel clamping action. The main screw and handle is made of a high grade steel and the t-bar section steel is rolled dead straight.
30" T-Bar Clamp
42" T-Bar Clamp
54" T-Bar Clamp
Jorgensen I-bar Clamp
These bar clamps have long been a standard for toughness, rigidity, and the ability to apply a lot of pressure. Click the photo for 5 foot, or:
Jorgensen 36" I-Bar Clamp
Jorgensen 48" I-Bar Clamp
Jorgensen 60" I-Bar Clamp
Sure-Foot™ Aluminum Bar Clamp
Rockler’s exclusive design features an extra-wide 2-1/2" foot for exceptional stability and higher base that raises bar 1-1/2" above the table for excellent handle clearance. 2,3,4 and 5 foot clamps. Create 8 ft, 12 ft, 16 ft ... or longer clamps with the Extension Connector Kit.

Sure-Foot™ Aluminum Bar Clamp

Sure-Foot™ Aluminum Bar Clamp
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Aluminum Bar Clamp, Adjustable
This 24" adjustable bar clamp is made of high quality extruded aluminum for both light weight and strength. The head of the clamp is riveted for rigidity and the adjustable foot wraps fully around the bar for tight clamping action. Detents are spaced 5/8" apart for quick adjustments. The clamp sits upright and is well balanced for ease of use. These clamps have a large “wing” type knob for good clamping pressure without causing fatigue.
24" Aluminum Bar Clamp
36" Aluminum Bar Clamp
48" Aluminum Bar Clamp

Light Duty Bar Clamps
These apply light pressure over a long distance and have deeper jaws than heavy bar clamps to reach farther perpendicular from the bar. The longer ones obviously are more versatile but somtimes that long bar gets it the way. It's handy to have a few shorties around.
Jorgensen 3700 Bar Clamps
Jorgensen 3700 Bar Clamps- Quick action grips bar anywhere. Bar is 1/4'' x 3/4'' . Jaw is 2-1/2'' deep. Bar Clamp Pads- For Jorgensen bar clamps 4 horseshoe and 4 round pads.

Jorgensen 3700 Bar Clamps

Jorgensen 3700 Bar Clamps
Bessey Revo K-Body Clamps
For high pressure clamping, 90 degree clamping, or powerful spreading, the new K Body REVO is an ideal choice. Its large jaws distribute even pressure across the entire surface of the work. Includes removable jaw protection caps to help prevent wear. Quick-release jaw. Bessey K bodies are substantial clamps.

Bessey Revo K-Body Clamps

Bessey Revo K-Body Clamps
Bessey TG Professional Series Bar Clamps
The ultimate in stability, these workhorse clamps are invaluable for high-pressure applications and wide openings. Available in a wide variety of sizes, these Light- and Medium-Duty Clamps feature new ergonomic composite handles and have protective caps on both jaws.

Bessey TG Professional Series Bar Clamps

Bessey TG Professional Series Bar Clamps
Bessey 'F' Style Clamp
This economical Clutch-Style Bar Clamp has cast heads, coated steel bars, wooden handles and swivel pads, but not the higher price. Lengths from 12" to 30".
Maple Cam Clamps
These cam clamps are widely used by furniture restorers, cabinetmakers, luthiers and hobbyists. Light in weight with a quick cam action that produces 330 lbs. of pressure when fully cocked. Bar is made of spring steel, with a cork face to prevent marring and staining. Made of lacquered maple. Various sizes.
Bessey EZS Clamps
Pistol-grip clamps take only one hand. Up to 440 lbs of clamping pressure. Tough steel bar and composite jaws resist flex. Top jaw can be easily removed and attached to the opposite end of the bar to create spreader jaws. 3.2'' throat capacity. Large plastic clamping pads. Available in five sizes.

Bessey EZS Clamps

Bessey EZS Clamps
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Handscrews
These apply light pressure over a short distance, and have deep jaws for reaching in farther than steel C-clamps will. You'll use these in numerous glue-up situations such laminating as well as for clamping fences to machines etc. As with other clamps, having a variety of sizes is most useful.
Handscrew, 6" Jaw Length, 3" Throat Depth, 3" Open Capacity
This is the classic cabinetmaker's bench clamp for gluing and assembly. Durable hardwood jaws will not mar the work and are less likely to slip than steel jaws. It has a deep throat and can be used to apply a broad area of evenly distributed pressure or concentrated at one point of contact. Jaws pivot to grip nonparallel surfaces. Various sizes.
Handscrew, 8" Jaw Length, 4" Throat Depth, 5" Open Capacity
Handscrew, 10" Jaw Length, 5" Throat Depth, 7" Open Capacity
Handscrew, 12" Jaw Length, 6" Throat Depth, 9" Open Capacity

C clamps
Adjustable #1 C-Clamp
1" opening, 1" depth
Adjustable #2 C-Clamp
2" opening, 1" depth
Adjustable #3 C-Clamp
3" opening, 2" depth
Adjustable 2" Widemouth C-Clamp
2" opening, 3-1/2" depth
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Specialty Clamps
Here's a collection of specialty clamps I've found useful.
Quick-Set Post-Handle Clamp High Base
Toggle clamps are just the thing for holding pieces in place in jigs or on machines. Here's a standard configuration for applying downward pressure.
Arm length: 2-3/4"
Arm height: 2-1/4" Base dimensions: 1-3/4" x 1-3/8"

Quick-Set Post-Handle Clamp High Base

Quick-Set Post-Handle Clamp High Base
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toggle clamp
Spring Clamps
Spring clamps are really handy when you just need to hold something in place while you do something else. Don't apply enough pressure for glue clamping, just holding things in place.

Spring Clamps

Spring Clamps
Adjustable brand web clamp
15 foot strap, ratcheting clamp mechanism. Web clamps are great for reaching around any object, regular or irregular in shape.
Spring Miter Clamp Set
Spring clamps work great for holding any mitered joint together, such as picture frames.

Spring Miter Clamp Set

Spring Miter Clamp Set
Bessey Angle Clamp
This clamp is configured specifically to hold two parts at 90 degrees to each other. Maximum opening: 7/8'' one side and 2-1/2'' other side for members of different thicknesses and 1-3/4'' for members of equal thicknesses.

Bessey Angle Clamp

Bessey Angle Clamp
Pack Rack™ Clamp & Tool Storage System
Load both sides of this rack with clamps, and use the interior space for storage. High-quality polyurethane casters let you roll the entire rig anywhere in the shop. The heavy-duty 5/8" diameter steel rods are strong enough to hold a full row of clamps and simultaneously support a shelf filled with tools. Solid steel construction for maximum strength and stability.

Pack Rack™ Clamp & Tool Storage System

Pack Rack™ Clamp & Tool Storage System
Press Screws
Use to make veneer press frames, case clamps, plus portable and stationary jigs. Removable swivel permits easy installation. Castings are malleable iron with a baked enamel finish. Threaded nut drives into a 1'' hole. Swivel face is 1-3/8'' x 1-5/8''. 11/16'' diameter with deep, smooth threads.

Press Screws

Press Screws
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You'll often hear it said that you can never have enough clamps. There are several reasons for this. First of all, in most glue-ups it's best to use a lot of clamps each applying a little pressure rather than just a few each applying much pressure. This helps assure even pressure along the glue area for a good bond. But also, there are numerous different clamp designs each of which is useful in certain situations but not others. So even though you have a pile of handscrews they may be useless when you want to assemble a drawer carcass. But since clamps are not cheap few people can afford to buy a dozen of each type all at once.

So, you need to assemble a collection of different types of clamps without breaking the bank. Here are some strategies: