Introduction of Clamps

A clamp is a fastening device used to hold or secure objects tightly together to prevent movement or separation through the application of inward pressure. Key specifications include clamp type, grip rang and the clamp features. Hand tool clamps are applied in various fields, such as metallurgy, transportation, railway, port, etc . For general workholding, the common types include Bar clamps, C Clamps, F Clamps, Pipe Clamps, Spring Clamps and others. There are some special types of clamps, which include hold down clamps, 90 degree angle clamp, along with edging clamp. Selecting hand clamps is mostly a matter of identifying the clamp type or application. Bar clamps, are useful for gluing up laminated assemblies. Pipe clamps are generally specified by diameter. Manufacturers usually choose economy and installation ease when selecting clamps, whereas do-it-yourselfers might spring for costlier clamps that don’t require special tools for installing.