DIY Frequently Asked Questions / Bar Clamp')">
Has a clamping device built on a flat bar, which is usually made of steel.
The length of the bar determines the capacity of the clamp, which is the dimension of the largest object that can be accommodated between its clamping jaws.
“Reach” is the distance from the edge of the bar to the end of the clamping jaws.
Screw pressure applies the final clamping load.
Bar clamps are used for clamping large objects, making them popular with woodworkers and hobbyists.