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- From: rdc@world.std.com (Ralph D Clifford)
- Subject: Re: Clamps for a workbench
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- Organization: The World Public Access UNIX, Brookline, MA
- References: <WOODWORK%93012509522987@IPFWVM.BITNET>
- Date: Mon, 25 Jan 1993 16:58:36 GMT
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- In article <WOODWORK%93012509522987@IPFWVM.BITNET> Bob Pelcovits
- <PH500000@BROWNVM.BITNET> writes:
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- >What kind of clamps do people recommend for clamping large pieces to a
- >workbench so that the long side is free for sanding or shaping? I know
- >about the "double" clamps that hold a workpiece and clamp to the bench,
- >but they will grab the long side of a rectangular piece. I want, for
- >example, to be able to rout a rabbet on the long side and have the edge
- >guide of my router ride along unobstructed. Thanks,
-
- I use one of two methods for this. Most typically, I use one of the
- foam pads. Most times, this holds the wood sufficiently for work with a
- router, sander, etc. If I need a firmer grip, I use the bench dogs.
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- Ralph Clifford
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