Guide To Clamps and Workholing

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The Clamps & Workholding E-Handbook helps you choose
the correct clamp, toggle clamp or workholding device based on:

• Various Design Considerations
• Machining Forces
• Workholding Forces
• Environment Considerations
• Human Factors
• Styles, Attributes
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What you need to know.

The terms jig and fixture are often confused and used interchangeably, however, despite sharing similar functions, the two are functionally different.

Jigs are tools that hold a cutting tool in place or guide it as it performs a repetitive task like drilling or tapping holes. Fixtures, on the other hand, do not guide a cutt... (read more)

Body Thread Size 5/16-18;

Body Thread Length 15.9 mm | 0.625 in;

Nose Diameter 3.9 mm | 0.155 in; Initial End Force 0.5 kg | 1.0 lbs;

Final End Force 2.7 kg | 6.000 lbs (read more)

Body Thread Size M10 x 1.5;

Body Thread Length 29.7 mm | 1.169 in;

Nose Diameter 6.0 mm | 0.236 in;

Initial End Force 3.3 N;

Final End Force 16.7 N (read more)

Steel 1-8 Threaded Stud Mount Leveling Foot has a 4.000 in 15° articulating swivel base for mounting machinery or conveyors up to 22000 lbs. Manufacturer Part Number: HVP313S (read more)

Socket Mount Leveling Feet; Thread Size=1/4-20, Base Diameter=25.4 mm | 1.000 in, Stainless Steel

Stainless Steel Socket Mount Leveling Foot has a 1.000 in 15° swivel base for mounting machinery or conveyors up to 1100 lbs. Manufacturer Part Number: HVSSP300B (read more)

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Check Fixtures in a catalog. All ready to ship. We have developed a easy-to-use shoppable catalog for your check fixture needs. Checking fixtures include alignment pins, locating, clamping, knobs, clamp handles, clamping levers, go and nogo gauges, measuring and lifting components. (read more)

Because of its strength and durability, steel is commonly used in numerous commercial and residential applications. However, not all steel is the same. Mild steel, while great for both commercial and residential applications, is susceptible to corrosion, so applying a protective coat of paint is often reasonable.

However, why would anyone consider protecting corrosion-resistant me... (read more)

Every manufacturing and molding process is built on the use of tools, often known as machine tooling. Tooling refers to building various different kinds of equipment and gear required for production, such as molds, jigs and fixtures. Effective tooling allows the production of high-quality products, which also increases product life cycles, and ensures the correct fun... (read more)

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With more than 100 years of manufacturing and engineering excellence, KIPP sets the standard for quality and innovation serving a range of manufacturers such as medical, food processing, packaging, aerospace, and automotive. (read more)

Specializes in fixturing and workholding equipment as well as hoisting fixtures and quick lock pins for rigging and other applications. (read more)

Elesa is a key provider of fluid indicators, handles, and hardware for specs that matter to new and existing product requirements and contracts. (read more)

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Manual toggle clamps are used in industrial applications to tightly hold workpieces during machining processes or to position parts while performing other mechanical tasks. Toggle clamps consist of a handle to operate, a clamping arm to reach the workpiece, a linkage system to increase the applied force, and a base for mounting to a workbench or fixture. Once activated, toggle clamps are... (read more)

- Implement safety using color codes

- Company branding

- Color code different operations

Ergonomic Toggle Clamp Handle Grips provide a safe and comfortable gripping surface for vertical hold down clamps. These accessory parts act a guard and help protect against potential pinch points.

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Lobed knobs also called clamping knobs, grip knobs, star knobs have a scalloped edge to allow for maximum grip and comfort.  (read more)