Pipe clamps

I'd like to get more of the standard jaws and also some deep jaw ones. I missed a whole set at the auction last weekend and did not get a chance to look at them closely to check the quality and brand name.

I have some bar clamps, two with an I-beam looking bar and one with a T-channel bar. These are nice and allow for higher clamping force but are not easily extended or shortened to fit the job. The sch 40 3/4 pipe works decent for most jobs but if I can get some good quality new clamps, I plan on buying several lengths of new pipe in sch 80 or 120 if I can get it. I keep some short lengths around from 12" to 36" for the tight spots. Most times, I have 48" pieces of pipe threaded both ends that allow me to extend the clamp by simply moving the slider onto the extra piece of pipe and using a coupling to connect the pipes.

Where can I get these clamps in a high quality version in both standard and deep jaw?

Some say to use black pipe and not galvanized . There is supposedly a slight difference in OD . I have used both with equal results .

Ford Man

The clamps you are referring to are indeed the "Pony" brand name. They are made by Jorgensen and are available at the link below or from most woodworking supply outlets...even some decent hardware stores. Jorgensen also makes cast aluminum extenders for those same clamps that extend the working depth out to about eight inches. At that depth though, the 3/4 pipe will tend to bow quite a bit with a good clamping load, especially with a lengthy clamping distance. Perhaps that's why you are considering sch 80 and up...to minimize bowing?

I know what you mean about the lever style spur locking device. It doesn't work for crap.

Rod

• Jorgensen Pony Clamps