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- Cast Iron F-Clamps
Cast Iron F-Clamps
In addition to Bessey, you will also find our own sauter Cast Iron F-Clamps. We are convinced that no workshop should be without Cast Iron F-Clamps - see for yourself.
Cast Iron F-Clamps are characterized by a high degree of clamping force and robustness. When drilling or grinding small workpieces, the clamp can significantly increase the distance between hand and machine.
Applications of Cast Iron F-Clamps
The classic cast iron F-clamp is suitable for many clamping jobs due to their practical design and can be found in every workshop. We recommend the clamp for the following applications:
- Bonding of glued wood panels, shelves, table tops, and much more
- All bonding that requires a high contact pressure
- Fixing of components
For clamping operations with high vibration levels, e.g. when used on the router table, cast iron F-clamps are not suitable. In this case we recommend practical lever clamps.
Components of Cast Iron F-clamps
The classic cast iron F-clamp is suitable for many clamping jobs due to their practical design and can be found in every workshop. The standard screw clamp consists of:
- a rigid clamping bracket and
- a mobile sliding clamp with spindle
The mobile clamp is moved along a rail, to set the desired clamping width. Due to the rigid clamping method, cast iron F-clamps are used for fastening wooden materials and for simple gluing work.
FAQ - Frequently asked questions about Cast Iron F-Clamps
How can I recognise a high-quality screw clamp?
A high-quality cast iron screw clamp can be recognised by its pleasant handling. Another indication of a high-quality clamp is that parts can be replaced. A high-quality cast iron clamp also transfers the built-up force optimally to the workpiece.
What is a cast iron screw clamp for?
The intended use of a cast iron screw clamp cannot be clearly limited. We recommend the cast iron clamp for every project where clamping, pressing or clamping is required.
What materials can I fix/clamp with a screw clamp?
The cast iron screw clamp can be used for a wide range of materials, such as wood, plastic and metal. A screw clamp should not be used when machining as the vibrations will loosen the clamp. We recommend lever clamps for use in the machine area.
What widths are recommened as a basic setup?
As a basic setup we recommend the widths:
- 150 mm
- 300 mm
- 600 mm
- 1,200 mm
However, yit will depend on your project.