What is a vise grip C clamp used for?

These multi-purpose, positive grip tools can function as a portable vise clamp, adjustable end wrench and locking pliers. These pliers can securely hold hexagonal and square nuts and bolts, rods, tubing or sheet metal. They also adjust easily and lock at any size within its capacity with desired amount of jaw pressure.

What is a locking C clamp?

Locking clamp is constructed of heat-treated alloy steel for maximum toughness and durability. Classic trigger release designed to provide maximum locking force. 4-1/2-inch jaw capacity. 9″ 4 1/2″ jaw opening, 4 3/4″ throat depth. Wide opening jaws provide greater versatility in clamping a wide variety of shapes.

Where are Irwin C clamps made?

IRWIN products made in China.

How are C clamps measured?

The size of a C-clamp is measured by its jaw capacity—the dimension of the largest object the frame can accommodate with the screw fully extended. Most range in jaw capacity from 2” to 10”. Also important is depth of throat, the distance from the center line of the screw to the inside edge of the frame.

Are vice grips a wrench?

Locking pliers (also called Vise-Grips, a vice grip, or a Mole wrench) are pliers that can be locked into position, using an “over-center” cam action.

How do you measure a C-clamp?

What are Irwin C clamps made of?

Wide-opening jaws provide greater versatility in clamping a variety of shapes. Turn screw to adjust pressure and fit work. Stays adjusted for repetitive use. Constructed of high-grade heat-treated alloy steel for maximum toughness and durability.

Who owns Vise Grip company?

Irwin Industrial Tools is an American manufacturer and distributor of hand tools and power tool accessories. It is owned by Stanley Black & Decker. It is best known for producing Vise-Grip locking pliers.

When were Vise Grips invented?

Nickhg Vise-Grips – the first locking pliers, named Vise-Grips, were invented by William Petersen in De Witt, Nebraska in 1924.

What is a vice grip tool?

Vice Grip’s name refers to the vise, a mechanical tool which firmly holds an object that one is working on; although official English translations normally use American English spelling conventions, the move’s name instead uses the Commonwealth English spelling of vice. “Vise-Grip” is a brand of locking pliers and other tools.