Sturdy and powerful 50-inch, 1,000-pound clamp ideal for both clamping and spreading
Non-marring composite resin jaw faces
Moveable rail stand/end stop
Turns easy without binding
Editorial Review:
Exclusive Design (patent pending)Provides precision and power with exact 90 degree clamping at up to 1,000 lbs. pressurePrecision-Ruleª Measurement System (patent pending)Provides a consistent setup and quick identification of opening capacitySlide-Glide Trigger (patent pending)Makes precise adjustments rapidlyErgonomic SUMOGRIP¨ HandleIntegrated with soft grip for added comfort and increased powerMoveable Rail Stand/End StopHelps preset clamping capacity rapidly and accuratelyNon-marring Composite Resin Jaw FacesGlue Resistant in design, ensure even clamping pressureReversible ClampingMovable jaw can easily reverse to be used as a spreaderExtended Side ProfileAllows narrow clamping on the side of the jaw faceAcme ThreadTurns easy without binding
The Jet 50-Inch Parallel Clamp allows for precision and power with exact 90-degree clamping at up to 1,000-pounds of pressure which minimizes the tendency of warping and distortion of the work piece. The movable jaw can also can be reversed to change the clamp into a spreader for maximum versatility, and includes an integrated ergonomic soft grip for added comfort and increased power.
Customer Reviews:
Avg. Customer Rating: 4.5 / 5.0
They slip or grab on the bar!:
I own two of these in my collection of assorted clamps and brands. One of them tends to slip all the time when trying to tighten the screw, or will not slide when you want it to, for quick adjustment. Very disappointed and I will stick with Bessey, Scott Phillips or Jorgensen.
Jet Clamps:
I purchased this set after using the Bessey line for many years. I like the Jet set more. Very good clamps. I like the handle much more. The release lever is also a nice feature.
Can you have too many clamps?:
The answer of course is no - if you are a woodworker. These jet clamps are exceptional in their design; they are sturdy; accurate in face angle, and they are very easy to use. I purchased three of the 50" model and will soon be adding other lengths to my collection.
Best of the best:
Parallel clamps are incredibly sturdy and useful. There aren't any bargains. A good parallel clamp is difficult to make, and I'm only aware of premium lines. I own some Jorgensens, and I've looked at Bessey and Gross Stabil. It's hard to go wrong with any of the brands, but I think Jet clamps are the best. They are easy to adjust, and the head stays put until you squeeze the trigger. Trigger-operated heads are appearing on more brands of clamps, and Jet is the first to put them on a parallel head clamp. I... more info
