How do toolmaker’s clamps work?
How do toolmaker’s clamps work? |
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Toolmaker’s clamps are fairly simple in their operation and how they work. |
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The centre screw and outer screw must be turned anti-clockwise to open the jaws. | |||
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When the jaws are open wide enough, you can insert your workpiece. | |||
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The jaws of the clamp are parallel, so if the opposing surfaces of your workpiece are flat, they should hold it securely in place. | |||
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Once your workpiece is in place, the screws must be turned clockwise until they are finger tight. | |||
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A tommy bar can then be inserted into the hole of the screw head and used to gain extra leverage when tightening. | |||
