Best angle clamps according to redditors
We found 27 Reddit comments discussing the best angle clamps. We ranked the 17 resulting products by number of redditors who mentioned them. Here are the top 20.
We found 27 Reddit comments discussing the best angle clamps. We ranked the 17 resulting products by number of redditors who mentioned them. Here are the top 20.
Many times you can but for one thing, you’ll get less clamping force. It’s easy to forget how much pressure you can get out of a moderately inclined plane.
Think of it this way: how far apart are the individual threads on your clamp’s screw? They’re pretty damn close together, right? Well, with each turn of that handle, all the force in your arm is being multiplied to move the piece just that tiny distance together.
That multiplier won’t be as good with a ratchet strap. Each turn of the ratchet tightens the strap a good long ways - over an inch. So the force in your arm isn’t being concentrated into a super small movement. Ergo: you won’t be able to get as much clamping force. Also there’s elasticity in the straps which works against you too.
My strappy-bandy clamp thing for mitered boxes and picture frames uses a steel strap and it tightens with a hand screw, addressing both of these weaknesses.
MLCS 9012 Woodworking Exclusive Merle Multi-Corner Clamp https://www.amazon.com/dp/B000FNKXIG/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_Wkm3AbB9EY0Y5
Glue and clamps gets my vote, make sure you have a corner clamp https://www.amazon.com/dp/B000JCGYD6/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_KtuEDb25E44NY
Like a corner clamp?
https://www.amazon.com/Kreg-KHC-90DCC-90-degree-Corner-Clamp/dp/B001DCEN4I/ref=sr_1_7?ie=UTF8&qid=1496092477&sr=8-7&keywords=Corner+clamp
There are cheaper options as well.
It's a corner vise.
Really not bad at all compared to what you would pay if you bought one from a store. You might find you need some tools as well that might drive up the cost. I ended up buying a corner/angle clamp like this. I definitely recommend one if you don't have one. It made it much easier to screw the boards together.
Interesting. Looks a lot like angle clamp.
I was looking for one other day on Amazon and then I see your post. My brain works funny like that.
Spend a few bucks on a pocket hole jig. You want to avoid screwing into end grain on most places. A basic jig will be about $20 and will work just fine.
A square clamp is also handy, but not necessary.
Sand the pieces before assembly will save you some trouble of sanding in the corners.
Wood glue will add a lot of strength, spread it evenly, screw the pieces together. Then use a rag with a little white vinegar to wipe off any glue that presses out before it dries.
Kreg MKJKIT Mini Kreg Jig Kit https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00065WPP2/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_xvrIAbVMZ9N52
Can-Do Clamp https://www.amazon.com/dp/B000LJNJNU/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_6xrIAbVATMDX4
Couple teardown pics on this comment
Using a Makerbeam Starter Kit + some extra 300mm beams, Corner Cubes, eye plates and longer bolts for mounting other badges and the power strip on the back.
It was the best build project kit I've done since Legos lol
wolfcraft 3415405 Quick-Jaw Right Angle 90 Degree Corner Clamp https://www.amazon.com/dp/B000JCGYD6/ref=cm_sw_r_other_apa_i_vXlyCb4B722XK
I worked in a frame shop at a craft store and also at local shop in college and we had a under pin machine. We did one corner at a time using a corner clamp that the resting surface was level with a large table. If clamps from the inside rabbit to the outside of the frame and should work well for your profile. Glue and brad nail (manually with counter sink punch). Dry fit first and make sure its square (all opposite sides exactly the same length and that your angles are 45 dead on. If we were making the frame I would do any shaping or profiling first if making the molding. Making the 4 side longer and miter the corners last. If not we would use a chop service where you order the molding you want (they cut them square and 45) and mail you the lengths.
IF all your angles are correct and you lengths are the same it will fit nicely. If you have small gaps you can fill and mix some of your sander shavings with the filler or epoxy. We used a colored putty that never hardens to fill small gaps. you could mix it to what you needed. With the inset it will be harder. It would be easier to dry fit using a strap clamp to check your gaps. IF there are any shorten the legs as little as possible to correct if what your framing will allow. That way you don't have to use any filler or a burnishing rod to close the gaps.
Amazon one:
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https://www.amazon.com/HORUSDY-Quick-Jaw-Welding-Wood-working-Framing/dp/B07BWFB2BK/ref=sr_1_10?keywords=pony+corner+clamps&qid=1563289042&s=power-hand-tools&sr=1-10
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https://www.amazon.com/MLCS-9012-Woodworking-Exclusive-Multi-Corner/dp/B000FNKXIG/ref=sr_1_12?keywords=pony+corner+clamps&qid=1563289042&s=power-hand-tools&sr=1-12
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The video I assume is putting a square onto the bench and using wedges to tighten it. That works as well.
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Putty: https://framing4yourself.com/shop/products/other-picture-frame-making-supplies/amaco-filler-putty/
The square we used : https://framing4yourself.com/shop/products/tools-for-clamping-picture-frames/framing4yourself-miter-vise/
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B075ZCLGJ7/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_edJACbY3H8XYN
My Sir got some very cute kant twist clamps. Not clothespins, but if you want something similar they are delightful. They give you a lot of control over the amount of pressure applied. This is really nice if you start out kinda sensitive but tolerate and enjoy more pressure later. Also, most nipple clamps have a screw so you can adjust the amount of pressure.
http://www.amazon.com/Kant-Twist-396-Universal-Capacity/dp/B0006NC22U/ref=sr_1_5?ie=UTF8&qid=1413149605&sr=8-5&keywords=kant+twist+clamps
Yup that's why I like this style, it pulls square by nature. Also, Grizzly isn't the only one that makes them, Rockler has one, Jorgensen does one, and I see generics all over.
Various 90° clamps have been around for a long time. I have seen some that use straps and I have two different ones like this, there are one handle models and two handle models like that.
Bust out the wallet, [it's not cheap] (https://www.amazon.com/Strong-Tools-WAC35-SW-Stand-Offs-T-Clearance/dp/B00JXDT2OK/ref=sr_1_2?ie=UTF8&qid=1509895543&sr=8-2&keywords=3+axis+welding+clamp) but they really work.
Gonna order one this week for some load frame cubes.
http://www.amazon.com/True-Fabrications-Gallon-Amber-Growler/dp/B00BFZ1P6M/ref=sr_1_3?ie=UTF8&qid=1416072275&sr=8-3&keywords=beer+growler
http://www.amazon.com/Never-Pay-Retail-Again-Inc/dp/B0064OJIKY/ref=sr_1_21?ie=UTF8&qid=1416072331&sr=8-21&keywords=growler&pebp=1416072334336
http://www.amazon.com/Replacement-Beer-Growler-Cap-Gallon/dp/B004GWGL10/ref=pd_sim_indust_4?ie=UTF8&refRID=1N56E6G6W0H9CY1D459W
I clamped one of these at the apex 90
http://smile.amazon.com/Rockler-29190-Clamp--Assembly-Square/dp/B001DSZ7L0/ref=sr_1_1?s=hi&ie=UTF8&qid=1452828830&sr=1-1&keywords=rockler+square
and used 2 of these to give me 360 clamping pressure
http://smile.amazon.com/gp/product/B000JCLNQ4?psc=1&redirect=true&ref_=oh_aui_search_detailpage
that's a kreg clamp that's designed to fit pocket holes- http://www.amazon.com/Kreg-KHC-RAC-Right-Angle-Clamp/dp/B001DCE79O/ref=pd_sim_hi_3
I bought a handful of these at one of the local big box hardware stores. Work very well for fit-up, positioning, and tacking things square, even relatively large things (I've used them for things ~5' cubed) Not heavy duty, but get the job done.
Far better option, at least for large stuff, are the squares from https://fireballtool.com/
Same here, but I got some of these recently, which are much better:
https://smile.amazon.com/gp/product/B000LJNJNU
Well...it's a bit more complicated, if you are doing it right, than just letting Torres or Re calculate the cutsheet for you. There is nothing wrong with doing that, and I'm sure you would get great results this way. I, however, like to nerd out on stuff...so I designed mine from the ground up using WinISD and Solidworks. I'm in the middle of building the box I just designed. Here are some tips I picked up from my research this past week.
I'm sure there is so much more that I'm forgetting. I wish I had saved all of the sources that I got all of this from, but most of it could be found by searching for the terms and numbers. Good luck, and have fun!
Just came by to say the link is dead, but they're on Amazon, if you want to put your own keyring on it and I'm buying it. I didn't know they came that small.
https://www.amazon.com/Kant-Twist-396-Universal-Capacity/dp/B0006NC22U/ref=pd_bxgy_328_img_2?_encoding=UTF8&pd_rd_i=B0006NC22U&pd_rd_r=54188534-616e-11e8-82cb-956118da8fd6&pd_rd_w=I3y2Y&pd_rd_wg=LjyED&pf_rd_i=desktop-dp-sims&pf_rd_m=ATVPDKIKX0DER&pf_rd_p=3914568618330124508&pf_rd_r=GD79SF81SFSQ8S63610Z&pf_rd_s=desktop-dp-sims&pf_rd_t=40701&psc=1&refRID=GD79SF81SFSQ8S63610Z
I wanted to see what brand/make of corner clamp the community would recommend. I currently have 2 (had 4 to start) Irwin Light-Duty Corner Clamps, and I keep popping the washer that holds the bolt to the clamp.
I'm a hobbyist, so I am looking for the middle-of-the-road in price, with a fair quality. In other words, Somewhere between Harbor Freight and Festool; but higher quality than Irwin. ;)
TIA!
http://www.amazon.com/Bessey-WS-3-Angle-Clamp/dp/B000022454/ref=sr_1_5?ie=UTF8&qid=1417406736&sr=8-5&keywords=right+angle+clamp then maybe?