Originally Posted by
Joe A Faulkner
I'd add that with proper technique, the clamping strength/pressure you need isn't that great either. If things are square and fit well, you shouldn't need the strength of i-beam or 3/4 pipe to pull things together. I noted that "The Best Things" comment on the Dubuque clamps speaks to this:
"If you need any more clamping force than these clamps can provide, which is about 1000 pounds, then you need to go back and fit your work better, or you will be setting up internal stresses in your work that will cause problems down the road." |
Here! Here! I've always felt that way (but there are people who strongly disagree with that viewpoint.)
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