Best pipe clamp tools according to redditors
We found 66 Reddit comments discussing the best pipe clamp tools. We ranked the 34 resulting products by number of redditors who mentioned them. Here are the top 20.
We found 66 Reddit comments discussing the best pipe clamp tools. We ranked the 34 resulting products by number of redditors who mentioned them. Here are the top 20.
Weekend woodworker here. This looks reparable, assuming you can get a few clamps on either side of the piece to hold it together while you glue it.
For glue, use Franklin International 1414 Titebond III Ultimate.
For clamps, use some Pipe-style clamps, like these. You'll need a clamp for every 6" or so of the crack.
If you have an air compressor or a can of air, like you use for cleaning computer parts, blow out anything that is in the crack. Probably will have some dust and small wood particles you want out before you glue it down.
Fill it with glue, clamp it down, and let it set for at least 24 hours and don't even look at it. Then, release your clamps and it should hold tight.
Where are you people buying any pipe clamp for less than $20.00? Heads are $17 : http://www.amazon.com/Bessey-BPC-34-4-Inch-Style-Clamp/dp/B0012YNJRO and then you have to buy the pipe. Black iron pipe is waaayyy more than 5 bucks.
I like pipe clamps because they are versatile, you can buy different size pipes for different projects instead of having to buy new big long clamps. like these... and then you just get whatever size pipes you want. they also sell 3/4" versions if you want something beefier.
https://www.amazon.com/Bessey-BPC-H12-2-Inch-Style-Clamps/dp/B0012YOC0W/ref=sr_1_2?ie=UTF8&qid=1520457164&sr=8-2&keywords=bessey+pipe+clamp&dpID=4124AZGEqwL&preST=_SY300_QL70_&dpSrc=srch
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0000CCXVP/ref=gbps_tit_m-5_e868_b73fd223?pf_rd_p=69a0be37-ffbe-447a-a396-4694da91e868&pf_rd_s=merchandised-search-5&pf_rd_t=101&pf_rd_i=13887280011&pf_rd_m=ATVPDKIKX0DER&pf_rd_r=C8DYX03716HMTHN9585R
This will be coming up later today.. @ 12:05p ET
Lights: https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B07D4BJ3C7/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_asin_title_o00_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1
Mounts: https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B01N0750PI/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_asin_title_o00_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1
Seems like they're more expensive than pipe clamps:
http://www.amazon.com/Jorgensen-50-4-Inch-Clamp-Fixture/dp/B0000224C9/ref=sr_1_7?s=power-hand-tools&ie=UTF8&qid=1375668866&sr=1-7
Obviously the pipe will still cost more than a 2x4, but those look kind of unruly.
Claaaamps. Moar Clamps!
https://www.amazon.com/Bessey-BPC-H34-4-Inch-Style-Clamp/dp/B0012YNJRO/ref=sr_1_5?keywords=bar+clamp&qid=1551187967&s=gateway&sr=8-5
Look for a lumber yard around your area. Purchase plain-sawn lumber and take it to a milling company to have it thickness planed. Otherwise, check the 'materials' section of craigslist or just go to Home Depot.
If you want to make a dining table you will need clamps for the table top, unless you breadboard the ends and don't glue the long edges together. I personally like pipe clamps and buying kits and pipe at a hardware store is a fairly inexpensive way to get a bunch of pipe clamps for not much money.
Every tool I own I purchased off craigslist, or a yard sale.
Plumber for ten years now. Go with pex you will not regret it. In fact just forget that pvc(and cpvc) water lines exist(as a new or replacement option) and you will be better for it. Pex is slightly more flexible than pvc and not brittle like pvc. It is far stiffer than clear vinyl hose and will last far longer. Skip the sharkbites (they have to be secured from movement and vibration) and buy one of the stainless steel cinch ring tools(like this, also available at lowes)
Yes, those are pipe clamps:
https://www.amazon.com/Bessey-BPC-H34-4-Inch-Style-Clamp/dp/B0012YNJRO/
Best option BY FAR to get a long clamp on the cheap. You can also put out a tremendous amount of force with them. Great addition to any shop.
Bessey BPC-H34 3/4-Inch H Style Pipe Clamp https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0012YNJRO/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_tSy0xbFR9STT9
$15.00
10ft- 3/4in black pipe- $13.99 at Home Depot
That $30 for a 10ft clamp
If you want a lot of pipe clamps for a decent price Amazon sells this 12 pack of fixtures for ~$95.
http://www.amazon.com/dp/B000NDHN90
They seem just as nice as the few Jorgenson's that I also have. It's a pipe clamp...it's not rocket science.
Ponys. Amazon sometimes has open box "used" ones for cheaper. Best bang for the buck. Just get different lengths of pipe and they are very versatile.
If I was starting from scratch I'd first get:
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01LW80Y0J/ref=biss_dp_t_asn
At $9.8 a clamp for 330lb pressure quick clamps they're great. Not quite as nice as the heavy duty Irwins because each squeeze doesn't move them as much but for the price I'd go with the Yost.
https://www.amazon.com/Yost-M7WW-Rapid-Acting-Working/dp/B00SIQ1DDG/ref=pd_sim_328_2?_encoding=UTF8&refRID=BKJ5FP839P8N1FH21F8T&th=1
That vise is a pretty nice deal right now too.
Probably 2 packs of these but they'll take forever to arrive:
https://www.amazon.com/Jet-70460-2-Parallel-Clamp-Pack/dp/B000UBIXD0/ref=pd_sim_328_1?_encoding=UTF8&psc=1&refRID=BKJ5FP839P8N1FH21F8T
I'd get maybe 8 of these, and pipe from the home center:
https://www.amazon.com/Bessey-BPC-H34-4-Inch-Style-Clamp/dp/B0012YNJRO/ref=pd_sim_469_10?_encoding=UTF8&psc=1&refRID=ECFV96CT5EFKCBM4BQW1
Go to the home center for the current deals on the Bessey F style bar clamps, or HF specials, I don't think I can live with less than 8 of those.
And I'd say 6 of these:
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0713YHP6Q/ref=biss_dp_t_asn
Based on current pricing I'd go with the Yost, but my personal favorite are the Jets. After getting the hang of the Yosts I honestly like them more than K body Revos from Bessey because they tighten faster and harder. However they have a bit of slop and you have to kinda nudge them to get them to bite, which was frustrating the first time I used them.
And there I've just spent $800 for you :)
Depending on what you make, corner clamps, miter clamps, twin screw wood clamps, dovetail/fence/drill press clamps, toggle clamps for jigs, track clamps for track saw, C clamps, pocket hole clamps etc.
Edit: pricing this out made me notice I've spent well over $1k on clamps... That list is probably barely half my clamps not even...
If you need a super quick fix - i would just cap off the red one (from your pick it looks like the red one came disconnected. However i would simply fix the whole thing. Also, if your faucet has a single handle - water could leak from cold side to hot side.
The issue is figuring out if your faucet itself is done for. They are often made out of plastic and if the plastic cracked, you cannot really fix it and need to replace the whole faucet.
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Pex is REALLY easy to work with. You need a ring cincher, rings, and some fittings.
If the sink is ok, i would guess from this limited photo that does not actually let me see the hot side threaded connection - that you need a 90 degree female threaded fitting.
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Example of cinch rings (i prefer them over crimp ring)
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01GU4YXA2
Cinch tool: here is an all in one kit
https://www.amazon.com/iCrimp-Cinch-Tool-Removing-function/dp/B07CCH5JWG
90 degree elbow (this price seems high )
https://www.amazon.com/SharkBite-UC532LFA-2-Inch-Swivel-Packaging/dp/B00A8HSWIC
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If you have more photos or more questions let me know. I have totally redone all pex plumbing and faucets in a camper, as well as service other pex in other campers and my house.
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If this was during cold winter storage - i would suspect cracked plastic. Pex itself normally does not split, but plastic fittings (be it the elbows in the pex- faucets etc). I have come to expect the valve in my toilet to freeze each time. This winter instead of just blowing out the water lines, i actually filled with rv antifreeze and it worked! nothing was damaged. Last year i had to replace a toilet valve and the little filter window thingy on the water pump.
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I would also suspect that the faucet is cracked even if you fix the connection, there is more cracked inside and it might leak. You can upgrade to a residential fautcet. Yes it adds weight, but might be worth it.
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As i have plastic elbows etc break, i replace them with metal. It lasts longer.
There are definitely disadvantaged as you pointed out. I've heard of people just using blue tape to keep the clamp from touching. I've always kept a roll of wax paper on hand.
However, if budget is a concern, it's hard to justify $50+ for one clamp when you could get a set of 5' 3/4" pipe clamps for $45. Half the price is a big difference if you're just starting out and need a good amount of clamps to make something.
http://www.amazon.com/Bessey-BPC-34-4-Inch-Style-Clamp/dp/B0012YNJRO/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1408649466&sr=8-1&keywords=bessey+3%2F4%22+pipe+clamps
http://www.homedepot.com/p/Mueller-Streamline-3-4-in-x-10-ft-Black-Steel-Pipe-584-1200HC/100540481
Some alternatives that come to mind: cushoned conduit strap/rubber-insulated metal clamps, rubber coated plumber's hanger cleat, cushioned pipe clamp, maybe even simply a piece of steel hanger strap run through an old bicycle innertube or piece of hose.
I don't have pics of my IBC fish tank, but I wrapped something like this around it.
White side out to reflect most of the heat/light away, black side in so no light makes it through to any potential algae. I even built a pvc frame with a hinge at one end, then wrapped that with the white/black film and clipped it to the frame with these. It made a pretty nice lid to my fish tank IBC.
Remember, fish don't need much light. They actually prefer shade, it makes them feel safe and hidden. Some ambient light still slightly lights up the tank in my setup which is just about perfect for them.
That style of pex connector needs to be destroyed to free the pipe. You could likely reuse the copper elbow section if you don't damage it when removing the pex ring.
The ring is likely copper that can be easily sawn with a hacksaw. You will find it easier if you cut the pex just before the copper fitting. However replacing the copper to the pex, with any style of pex crimp will require a special tool.
I recommend this style because it's only a single tool and it's often affordable. You can try to crimp with pliers but results will vary based on technique.
The copper pieces are a pex by ½" copper into a ½" street 90 into a ½ by I'm guessing ⅜ reduced coupler. Not sure how you had a dishwasher line on the other side of that though.
I'm in a similar situation, just bought a dw735x and I am hoping to make a cutting board by Mother's Day. Like you I didn't have enough clamps. I ran across a pretty good deal on amazon and now I have plenty of clamps for a cutting board. Just have to pick up some pipe from a hardware store.
Here's the link http://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B0012YNJRO/ref=mp_s_a_1_1?qid=1398484165&sr=8-1&pi=SX200_QL40
The Bessey pipe clamps have been at that price for a while now, and they have little feet that raise the work off the floor/table/whatever the clamp is sitting on.
Home Depot
Amazon
And the Irwin version at Lowes is a little cheaper.
I honestly don't have any resources, mostly because PEX is so damn simple that there's really nothing to it. You just need a PEX tubing cutter (for making perfect cuts and not having to clean them up) and a PEX ring tool - I prefer the "cinch" (aka "pinch clamp") style, because the rings can be removed easily if you mess up and need to re-do a connection, and because you don't need to mess with checking each of your connections with a gauge to make sure it was clamped tight enough - you just squeeze the tool together until it unlatches and you're done. Here is a kit with both the tools you need and a handful of the rings.
Then, you'll just need a ton more rings (I use these 3/4" and these 1/2" ones, get WAY more than you think you'll need just in case); you'll need the PEX tubing, get that at the hardware store because it costs a little less than Amazon and they sell the straight pieces which are easier to work with if you are doing short runs (under 5 to 10 feet); and you'll need the appropriate fittings. The fittings are super simple to understand, just grab what you think you'll need and then grab a few more extras (remember you can just remove the cinch clamp and re-use the fittings as much as you want); I recommend getting the plastic fittings when you are getting started because they are much cheaper and they have a built-in "spacer" that helps you position the cinch ring exactly where it goes. Honestly I don't re-use the plastic ones - I just toss them as they are so cheap - but the brass fittings are easy to reuse (but they do cost more). Get some PEX hangers to hold the tubing up securely, I use these ones (just pick the size you need).
To make a PEX connection, you just use your cutting tool (which cuts like butter, it's shockingly easy to cut) to make a straight cut; put a ring over the tube, then push the fitting into the tube as far as it will go. Slide the ring so it's 1/8 to 1/4" from the end of the tube (or, right up to the "spacer" on plastic fitting), then open your cinch tool, put the jaws over the "ear" that sticks out of the ring, and squeeze together until the ratcheting mechanism unlocks, which means the ring is done. It helps to have someone hold the fitting for you while you position the ring and squeeze the tool, especially on 3/4", until you get the hang of it.
If you have any questions you can DM me. Here is a picture of my completed Viega Manabloc setup, which has 3/4" PEX coming in the top from the cold water supply and hot water heater, and then has individual valves for 1/2" PEX runs that go directly to each of the fixtures in the house. By doing it this way, I used a LOT more PEX tubing, but have far LESS fittings so it went quick and gives me a lot of flexibility - now, I can turn individual fixtures off and on from the manifold. Very happy with the setup.
Looks like these. Naturally, you have to buy the pipe locally.
Cable Clamp, Lokman 12 Pack 1 Inch Stainless Steel Cable Clamp, Pipe Clamp, Metal Clamp, Rubber Cushioned (1 Inch)
Here are the clamps I used. I had to pad the cushion with insulation foam to get a nice firm grip.
Craftsman Table Saw Model # $150
Shop Fox model #G8826 fence system $275
Freud P410 Premier Fusion 10-Inch 40 Tooth Hi-ATB General Purpose Saw Blade $80
Wilton 15” drill press $100
Parks 12” planer $600 This requires a little road trip
Atlas 6” jointer $150 Model #
Delta 10” bandsaw, Powerkraft radial arm saw and Rockwell contractor table saw $200
I would resell one of the tablesaws Just pick the nicest one and sell the other.
Oneway Multi Gauge $97 This is for setting the jointer perfectly and the dial indicator can be removed to make planer setting jig as described by Bob Vaughan (see youtube) or fine woodworking 107.
Angle block set for machine setup $30
Bessey Bar Clamps $14x3 plus maybe $10x3 for bars Say $75 total
Stanley sweetheart chisel set of 4 $80
This leaves $243 left for misc things like drill bits, planer/jointer knives or sharpening F style clamps a cordless drill, random orbit sander, sand paper ect.
No, sorry, it is me who misunderstood.
https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0012YNJRO/ref=s9_acsd_top_hd_bw_b2Jtq_c_x_1_w/141-1319240-2436003?pf_rd_m=ATVPDKIKX0DER&pf_rd_s=merchandised-search-3&pf_rd_r=BA48TMSZW2Q5940ACE1F&pf_rd_t=101&pf_rd_p=45e253bc-836e-5ed1-817f-396a339d6e64&pf_rd_i=553154
Pipe clamps are pretty cheap, very rigid, and can be made to any length.
https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0012YNJRO/ref=s9_acsd_top_hd_bw_b2Jtq_c_x_1_w/141-2934950-2682627?pf_rd_m=ATVPDKIKX0DER&pf_rd_s=merchandised-search-3&pf_rd_r=JXFFTJNXZ338MM76V4BX&pf_rd_t=101&pf_rd_p=45e253bc-836e-5ed1-817f-396a339d6e64&pf_rd_i=553154
My beds are the same size as yours. I mounted PVC pipes on the sides of the beds. Then I found these on Amazon, they are fantastic!
https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0050B0N06/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o02_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1
I thought they were a bit long so I cut them in half.
Would this crimping tool work?
Pipe's the cheap part of the system. Buy pipe to match the clamp ends, not vice versa.
I've had good luck with this 12-pack of import clamps. They're not quite as good of quality as Jorgensons, but the price is right.
I don't see a prime day deal associated with these. I have been watching the DIY/Tools like a hawk and they never came up.
Just bought Irwin pipe clamps though. Limit one made me sad.
Worm clamps are a fine substitute. If you go stepless, I'd buy a set that is like this one. They prove to be valuable to have on hand.
Last thing would be duct/hose clamps. Bewox 6 inch Hose Pipe Clip Clamp for Duct Ventilation Stainless Steel Adjustable (Clamping Range:141-165mm, 2PCS) https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07HQSJYZM
You will need 1 for the filter connexting to the duct, 1 for the duct connecting to the intake on the fan, 1 connecting to the exhaust/duct on the fan, and however the exhaust duct connects to the window vent. This kind is handy (the turn key instead of needing a screw driver)... As for how it connects to the window vent I'm not sure...
Thanks for the heads up! Grabbed 4!
Also not bad:
Bessey BPC-H12 1/2-Inch H Style Pipe Clam https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0012YOC0W/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_rknNybZJP73WT
Side note: you should probably ditch the conduit straps in favor of something rubberized. That system will have a tiny amount of vibration which (eventually) will be an issue.
Something like this is preferred:
https://www.amazon.com/LOKMAN-Stainless-Cushioned-Insulated-Installation/dp/B01IT43WVM/ref=mp_s_a_1_4?keywords=cable+clamp+1%2F4&qid=1564705840&s=gateway&sprefix=cable+clamp+&sr=8-4
Yeah, I dont mind their pipeclamps. I've purchased a few HF ones, had a couple fall apart, but the rest have lasted years actually.
That said, you can get bessey pipe clamps off amazon for almost the same cost. Those aluminum parallel clamps have had a 100% fail rate for me, so I'm done buying/recommending them.
https://www.amazon.com/Bessey-BPC-H34-4-Inch-Style-Clamp/dp/B0012YNJRO/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1522002867&sr=8-1&keywords=bessie+pipe+clamp
Personally, I'd go with Bessey. The 3/4" fixtures are $12 each: https://smile.amazon.com/Bessey-BPC-H34-4-Inch-Style-Clamp/dp/B0012YNJRO/
Then head over to the local Home Depot or Lowe's and buy 10' sections of 3/4" black pipe. You can have a store employee cut the pipe and thread it for you. I'd buy two 10' pipes and have each of them cut into one 36" piece and two 24" pieces. Thread both ends, that way you can use a coupler if needed to extend the pipes. The 10' pipes should cost around $25 each.
You won't quite get to 10 clamps at a budget of $150, but you'll get pretty close!
Pipe clamps. They’re relatively inexpensive. They’re just the ends and you put them on a piece of pipe. You buy the pipe separately so the clamp can any length you want it. Typically black iron or galvanized pipe, 3/4” - 1” depending on the size of the pipe clamp. The nice thing about pipe clamps is you can get one set and then just multiple lengths of pipe and swap them out depending on how long you need them. The should have them at most big box hardware stores. Very handy, especially when you need long lengths.
Here’s an example
I haven't done this yet, the light is in the mail on it's way.
The OP said a regular 1 inch cable clamp works (but cracks after some time) like this:
https://www.amazon.com/LOKMAN-Stainless-Cushioned-Insulated-Installation/dp/B01HPE185E/ref=asc_df_B01HPE188Q/?tag=&linkCode=df0&hvadid=309832851244&hvpos=1o5&hvnetw=g&hvrand=7434953387453257845&hvpone=&hvptwo=&hvqmt=&hvdev=c&hvdvcmdl=&hvlocint=&hvlocphy=9011905&hvtargid=pla-571295443341&ref=&adgrpid=64417494871&th=1
I'm using 2 of these.
Sofirn SP32A V2.0 18650... https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07FLZ555B?ref=ppx_pop_mob_ap_share
Use these p clamps to attach it to the board between the truck and decks.
Cable Clamp, Lokman 12 Pack 7/8... https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01MXEL5KJ?ref=ppx_pop_mob_ap_share
Boom damn near 3000 lumens. So far they have held up but I never skate on sidewalks just the street. I don't know how it will handle hard abuse.
Wait. You can totally do pex with shark bite or a 25 dollar crimper.
Pex Cinch Clamp Fastening tool https://www.amazon.com/dp/B003IJ0USC/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_awd_cxx9wb9TRH1SJ
To do crimps, you'd need a bag of crimps, a way to cut(many simple ways, or a ten dollar cutter) and the tool above.
So you're saying do like 2 of these per board (low and high). Screwed in from the back side of the plank with a short, fat, sheet metal screw?
https://www.amazon.com/Cable-Lokman-Stainless-Rubber-Cushioned/dp/B01MXELE9Z
Get a pack of these. Half in cable clamps you can put between your riser and truck to keep em secure.
I just started as well using only hand tools. Hopefully this helps in some way. Don't hate me if it doesn't.
So far here is what I've collected:
Note - I have no idea if that knife sharpener is correct to use with the chisels and plane. I'm only using the fine stone and it seems to work, but I have no idea what I'm doing in that department.
This seems to cover the basics for me. I'm about halfway through a desk project and struggling, but I think that's user error more than the tools. More clamps and a better workspace would work wonders.
Bessey BPC-H34 3/4-Inch H Style Pipe Clamp https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0012YNJRO/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_i_JsUvCbCP00DBD
I quite like these.
Well, I misspoke on the price. It's actually $13.30/each for 10' 1/2" iron pipe. Throw in the Bessey BPC-H12 clamps, and the cost then goes up to $24.02/clamp. Now, $24 for a 10' bar clamp is a fantastic deal. I don't really need 10' clamps; I need 5' clamps. So really I'm looking at $34.74/2 clamps ($17.37/clamp)--still a great deal. The thing is, I need about 8 clamps, or $138.96. This is where I have a problem with the price -- it's not that I don't think $138.96 is fantastic for 8 5' bar clamps, especially when Amazon sells 5' clamps for $37.36/clamp. But, if I can find pipes for less than $13.30 for 10' (or $6.65/5'), then why not try?
TL;DR: You're right, $13.30 is inexpensive, but I want it to be even more inexpensive. :)