Customer Reviews and Photos for:
Sure-Foot Plus® 3/4'' Pipe Clamp
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Average Rating:
4.6
(64 customer reviews)
$18.99
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1) Submitted by
Gary Harrell, from Huntington, IN
on 3/17/2011
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Clamps are very sturdy , like the extra clearance for handle .
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2) Submitted by
J.F., from Dallas, TX
on 2/8/2011
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These are the best designed pipe clamps on the market with the sure foot design, quality build material ready for accurate heavy-duty usage, predrilled holes for mounting wood blocks for pads, etc. I have sixteen of these clamps at various pipe lengths the Zinc pipe is excellent and well worth the investment for my projects.
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3) Submitted by
Ernie Richmann, from Painesville, OH
on 1/18/2011
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I especially like the sure foot design. This allows room to turn the handle. I also like the built in hanger for easy storage. I am using the clamps with black pipe and will just cover the pipe when necessary to prevent staining of oak.
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4) Submitted by
Murray, from Kingston Springs, TN
on 1/7/2011
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Great clamps,great price.
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5) Submitted by
Mick Barnett, from Tullahoma, TN
on 12/27/2010
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Great product, very well built. Best pipe clamps I've ever used. Bought 4,getting ready to buy 8 more. thanks
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6) Submitted by
Jerry L, from Saybrook, IL
on 11/28/2010
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Beats the other pipe clamps I have hands down.
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7) Submitted by
Alex Blate, from San Jose, CA
on 5/23/2010
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I have about half a dozen of these clamps and about to order more. I have a number of the Pony equivalents and the Sure-Foot Plus is superior in every way.
The two more important differentiators for this product are:
1. The larger, reasonably square jaws -- this provides more contact surface and largely self-squares the work. They're also good for reaching over edge treatments, molding, etc.
2. The high and wide bases/feet on the clamp ends make the clamps much more stable during setup and provide more clearance for operating the handle.
The handle also is a little larger that other brands, providing more leverage and control. The locking mechanism is strong and does not slip, even under very high pressure.
These are a great value and, as they say, you can never have too many :)
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8) Submitted by
Edward Diephaus, from Pennsburg, PA
on 11/20/2009
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I now have 4 of these pipe clamps. When using oak, they are great because don't bleed into the project. The feet make it easy to lay it all out. Four is a good number.
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9) Submitted by
Al R., from Clewiston, FL
on 10/17/2009
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These are good quality clamps. The feet give you good raised height as another customer said, but for the price, mostly for those of us who bought the pipes as well, it should had included the pads. I can't understand why not.
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10) Submitted by
Roger C.Van Dalsem, from Tulsa, OK
on 10/13/2009
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These are the only type of clamps to buy in my opinion.Especially, if you do not want to have clamps around that will not do the job you're attempting. These clamps and pipe are strong enough to do the job and will not bend or deflect in/outward. These clamps can be actually used to either; clamp together items, or spread them apart. Unlike some other clamps that use something other than a piece of actual pipe.
Wow, are these pipes shiny and great looking. Plus the do not leave marks on light colored woods.
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11) Submitted by
Luc Tang, from Covina, CA
on 6/28/2009
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The clamps are good. The wide base keeps it sturdy. My only concern is the accessories that comes with it. I put on the plastic footing and when I tighten the clamp the plastic start to slip off; I use wooden blockes instead. The plates that came with the clamps are reversed(came on both clamps I bought). I had to flip it around in order to tighten, otherwise when I tighten the clamp keep spinning pushing the other piece back. At an angle, you can see the name of the clamp. Other than that, great product.
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12) Submitted by
Peter Legault, from Omaha , NE
on 6/19/2009
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These clamps are excellent. I have several of the Jorgensen ones as well. I prefer these as they are more stable and you can hang them on a piece of 1x material. As some mentioned they flex somewhat if your gluing up panels. But as any woodworker knows you must put clamps on both sides of lage panels being clamped. This counter acts any flexing which all clamps do. These are top quality clamps, try them you'll love them.
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13) Submitted by
Mike Rosenstock, from Albuquerque, NM
on 6/11/2009
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Very stable and high off the bench. Beats those "orange" one hands down. Gonna get more.
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14) Submitted by
Richard Lehne, from Hermitage, MO
on 4/3/2009
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As one famous woodworker said, "You can never have enough clamps." These fit the bill perfectly. I like the largeer jaws for holding material. They can be made flexible, too, by having different lengths of pipe to put the clamp ends on. I would say a must-have addition to one's "collection" of clamps.
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15) Submitted by
GW, from Apple Valley, MN
on 3/8/2009
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It is a good design, not excellent, but darn good. The cleats for hanging are very nice and work well and these clamps are strong enough for the tough jobs. I’d recommend getting the quick release.
If you are gluing up a 12” section of several pieces of wood, there is enough play in the clamps that the wood will dry bowed. If you need that accuracy, use a different clamp.
I’ve got 4 of these clamps, many different lengths of pipe and use them all and often.
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16) Submitted by
Michael, from Mount Airy, NC
on 2/16/2009
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Great clamps. Just bought 4 more. Great clamps. You can never have enough of them.
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17) Submitted by
Peter Butzin, from Tallahassee, FL
on 2/3/2009
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I first bought just the clamps, thinking that I would go to my local plumber for the 3/4" pipe. But it turned out he charged significantly more than the zinc-plated pipe from Rockler that are made for the clamps.
The clamps are great because they're very heavy duty. I don't bust my knuckles tightening them.
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18) Submitted by
Charles E. Ball, from Chesapeake, VA
on 6/9/2011
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These clamps have the best features of any pipe clamp I have used in the past. The extra clearance and the hang up is by far the best ever. I also must add that customer service is excellent. The acme screw threads are a quality concern. They are not smooth working and will probably wear in in time.
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19) Submitted by
Joseph Bohr, from Cedar Falls, IOWA
on 1/31/2009
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Was on sale and was exactly as advertized. With the metal rods acts as a very stable set of clamps for my woodworking. Much better than any of the other high priced versions. Would buy another pair at the sale price again.
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20) Submitted by
Charlie Morgan, from Humble, TX
on 1/30/2009
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Good design. I already had some and bought more to replace some of my old Pony clamps. The larger base provides a more stable clamp making them easier to use.
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21) Submitted by
Chris Gunter, from Anderson, SC
on 1/23/2009
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Very good product I need more.
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22) Submitted by
Salem Ganzhorn, from Apex, NC
on 1/11/2009
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These are the nicest pipe clamps I have used.
The all-thread is high quality. The clamping surfaces are large. It is an extra nice touch that they drilled the clamping surfaces for attaching cauls. Also the tall feet are a great addition!
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23) Submitted by
Mark Femal, from Slidell, LA
on 1/2/2009
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These are now my best clamps (first bar clamps I've purchased). I was using Irwin quick release clamps which don't clamp as well. I purchased 4 sets to build some kitchen drawer dividers. Unfortunately, I ran out and decided quickly to purchase another 4 sets. I'd highly recommend the zinc-coated bars and clamp pads too. I was looking at Bessey and other brands bar clamps but am extremely glad I picked up these. Quality on these is very high.
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24) Submitted by
Al Metts, from San Antonio, TX
on 1/1/2009
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These clamps where on sale without freight that made them a good buy. They face out well and the raised foot makes working the handle much easier. I have not tried racking them on the foot yet.
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25) Submitted by
Kenneth R.Clark, from Dallas, GA
on 12/30/2008
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I think these clamps are very high quality & well worth the money. I like the SureFoot bases. The ability too add your own pads through the pre-drilled Holes. The great pressure & the fact that you can make a full revolution with the crank handles without hitting anything surrounding them are both great features. I think I need to buy another set.
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26) Submitted by
Karen, from Camara, NY
on 11/12/2012
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It would be great to be able to get these in a 24" length for more flexibility in clamp size.
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27) Submitted by
Lee Hossler, from Stepney, CT
on 12/29/2008
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One of our kitchen cabinet doors developed a crack. I bought a pair of pipe clamps and a glue syringe package. With the syringe I was able to squirt glue all the way down into the crack which was from the top to the bottom of the door and then clamped the door.
You can't tell where the crack was because I was able to clamp it tightly to bring the wood fibers together again.
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28) Submitted by
Robert Niemitalo, from Longmont, CO
on 11/15/2008
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I recently purchased these clamps with the zinc pipes, pads and e-z clutch. On a scale of 1 to 10 (10 being the highest) I rate the clamps and zinc pipe as a 9, the pads as a 2 and the e-z clutch as a 1. The pads are very hard and can mar the surface of the wood being clamped. I corrected this problem by adhering a gasket material to the pad. The e-z clutch causes the clamp to malfunction. I believe this is due in part to the zinc pipe.
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29) Submitted by
Larry J. Smith, from Hot Springs Village, AR
on 11/5/2008
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I bought 4 sets of these clamps and they work just as advertised. I particulary like the little cleat that alows for easier hanging on wall mounted racks. I also bought the clamp pads, but these are too hard to be useful. I'm concerned about surface marring, so I've replaced them with cork pads which should not mar any surface that I deal with.
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30) Submitted by
William Feldmann, from Ames, IA
on 11/4/2008
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I have used a lot of different pipe clamps in my day, but these are the last ones I will ever buy. They are sturdy and high enough I don't hit my knuckles. The larger faces are nice for larger glue ups and attaching cauls for bending glue ups. I found that the zinc pipe offered is nice, but I frequently need more length. I use galvanized pipe ,same as black pipe, but with no spots or rusting. Hanging foot feature is nice for storage.
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31) Submitted by
Brian Vander Wilt, from Navarre, FL
on 11/3/2008
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I have 10 of these and have used them for building cabinets, doors, book shelves, and shadowbox-type frames. I like that they sit off the ground enough to turn the crank without scraping or having to lift the clamp up to clear the ground/workbench. I also like the built-in hook for hanging them out of the way when not in use. Finally, they are simple to use and can be made to any length by buying pipe at the local hardware/home improvement store. I have mine built to range from 6 foot down to 3 foot.
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32) Submitted by
Mike, from Boiling Springs, SC
on 9/25/2008
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This was my first time using pipe clamps, I did alot of research and price comparsions, Rockler was by far the best. Used them to glue up a bed headboard, easy to use and worked perfectly couldn't ask for anything better, I recommend them to anyone who needs good clamps. They are very stable and easy to assemble and tighten.
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33) Submitted by
Jeff Harder, from Belton, MO
on 9/11/2008
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I have about 30 of these in the shop and use them frequently. I've had the threads separate on several of the pipes. One of the best things I have done is cut the pipe in half and threading the second piece so that I have 2' clamps. Those work for a majority of the clamping that I do. I do wish they gave the option of the pipe being like 6' long as I could use that on occasion. Best pipe clamp out there.
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34) Submitted by
Rodger Barlow, from Idaho Falls, ID
on 5/5/2008
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I've purchased eight of these 3/4" pipe clamps. I like to make furniture so I use these pipe clamps with every project. They are easy to use, slide smoothly and hold tightly. I also like the way the Sure-Foot holds the project off my workbench.
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35) Submitted by
Rich Heineman, from De Queen, AR
on 3/28/2008
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These are great pipe clamps. The action is very smooth on both the crank and slide. The feet give you good raised height and a sturdy base that resists tipping. I intend to buy more and replace my other pipe clamps.
The Sure-Foot clamp pads are a nice addition to the pipe clamps (I wish they came with the clamps). They go on tight and won't slip while you're clamping. I haven't experienced any marring.
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36) Submitted by
Bill Mullins, from Hartselle, AL
on 3/24/2008
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Very pleased, great product, well made and good quality
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37) Submitted by
Dwight Fish, from Elkhart, IN
on 3/14/2008
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These are well designed clamps and are well made. That's why I have purchased many of them for everyday use in my shop. Best on the market.
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38) Submitted by
Darren , from Ottumwa, IA
on 2/21/2008
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I found that these clamps are MUCH BETTER than what I was currently using. I previously had hated the gluing step of woodworking but feel the new Rockler clamps will make it go much smoother. I ordered two clamps and after trying them out I have ordered and received more of them!!
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39) Submitted by
Jake, from Leechburg, PA
on 3/10/2009
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I bought four clamps based on the clever design and overall high rating. The high feet make them stable and easy to crank. However, I my biggest disappointment was with how much the jaws deflect out of parallel and bow a set of edge-glued boards. In fact, the boards can pop right out of the clamps if you don't clamp them down. I know - put some clamps on top to even out the pressure. OK - but I never had this happen with my Pony clamps.
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40) Submitted by
Ben Roberts, from Sunnyvale, CA
on 2/10/2008
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Very solid clamp, with a large clamping surface and a wide base. The screw (on both my clamps) does bind about 1/2 inch before the full extension of the screw, however. I am using black pipe, and the binding appears to be on the ring around the pipe. Maybe the threads are not quite square to the clamping surface. Otherwise, a big improvement over what I was using before.
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41) Submitted by
Jon Shackelford, from Chelsea, MI
on 2/9/2008
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I am very impressed with the Sure-Foot clamps. I replaced all of the old pipe clamps (5) in my panel clamping press (to be featured in an upcoming issue of WoodWorker's Journal magazine) with Sure-Foot clamps because the integral hanging bracket simplified the mounting (see photo). Also, the deep jaw face on the tail stop provides increased support for boards while loading into the press.
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42) Submitted by
Ken Melby, from Williamsport, MD
on 1/19/2008
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OK... I have seen these clamps on so many of your catalog covers and have always wandered if they were really any better than the standard "pony" clamps that everyone has used in the past. Well after a few years of thinking about it, I went ahead and bought a pair and now wish that I wouldn't have waited so long to finally try them. They are GREAT! they operate smoothly, they stand off the bench enough to operate the handle without knocking your knuckles on the bench and they are stable by themselves. You don't need any other jig or special blocks to allow them to stay put on the bench. Again I am floored by the quality and innovation of Rockler!
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43) Submitted by
Phil, from Vasilion, MI
on 1/6/2008
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Very stable with good clamping surface. Stands tall enough to crank while sitting on the bench. Much easier to use then the older style.
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44) Submitted by
Doug Morningstar, from Hudson, MI
on 12/27/2007
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Excellent pipe clamp - great stability and large face on the jaws. Excellent value.
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45) Submitted by
Tim Richardson, from Buda, TX
on 12/21/2007
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Works much better that what I have purchased from local hardware store, operates smoothly, no sticking.
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46) Submitted by
Pat W., from Elkhorn, NE
on 11/9/2007
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I bought two pipe clamps and the clamp pad set. The clamps work great, and stand very stable on a work surface. The pads are okay, but they are hard plastic. I wish they would be something just a little softer, since they tend to slip around a bit. Otherwise, they work well!
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47) Submitted by
Bernie Kleinschmidt, from Lewisville, MN
on 10/24/2007
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I bought 8 pipe clamps this time. I now have 12 of them. We are very happy with the clamps. I also have pads & clutches on all of them. They are on 60" pipes.
Probably get more soon. I own a very busy cabinet shop.
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48) Submitted by
Robert A Hibberd, from Lutz, FL
on 10/21/2007
Customer Rating:
Real nice pipe clamps large handles are great.
I use them on a 60" pipe's for large work.
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49) Submitted by
John, from Effingham, IL
on 10/14/2007
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These are the very best pipe clamps that I've found, got the pads for them too.
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50) Submitted by
Rick Gauthier, from Bedford, TX
on 9/29/2007
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Clamps work great. Already have used them on two jobs. Easier to store than any other pipe clamps. Stands make them the best for setting up clamping on a flat surface sithourt jigs to hold the clamps in place.
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51) Submitted by
Carl Anderson, from League City, TX
on 9/24/2007
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I purchased the zinc coated pipe with the Sure-Foot clamps and found it to have a good holding grip. No slipping. Holds material off of work surface and very stable.
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52) Submitted by
Dwight Fish, from Elkhart, IN
on 9/21/2007
Customer Rating:
Best pipe clamp on the market.
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53) Submitted by
Joel Knack, from Youngstown, NY
on 3/25/2008
Customer Rating:
Fair price and the tool performs as advertised - can't get any better than that! Thank-you.
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54) Submitted by
William Maloney, from Guys Mills, PA
on 12/11/2007
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I bought the 3/4" pipe clamps, the 3/4" Zinc plated pipe and the clamp pads. There is no comparison. The aluminum clamps were used only a couple of times before they were bent out of shape. These new pipe clamps are soooo much sturdier and I'm sure will last a lifetime. Thanks!
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55) Submitted by
Hank Hoesli, from Wichita, KS
on 1/24/2008
Customer Rating:
Great design features, but a couple of the several I bought "work" rather hard. Would be great if more ideas on how to use them were included.
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56) Submitted by
SeaWolf's Home Workshop, from Jacksonville, FL
on 1/29/2008
Customer Rating:
These are the best pipe clamps I have ever used. The built in base eliminates the problem of rolling during glue ups. They are capable of exerting a tremendous amount of clamping pressure.
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57) Submitted by
Larry Manthe, from Pardeeville
on 2/27/2008
Customer Rating:
I purchased (4) Sure-Foot Plus 3/4' Pipe Clamps. With them I purchased (2) pair of the 48' Zinc-Plated Iron Pipe Sets. I love them, but I have a problem. When I crank on the handle and it puts pressure on the other end, it slides on the zinc-plated iron pipes. I have used a screw driver to put more pressure on the springs. Some times it holds and some times it does not. I like using them but they are of no value if the clamp does not hold. Is there a solution?
Editor's note: Cleaning the pipe may heavy to remove any substance on the pipe that there might be. If you also have added the E-Z clutches then removal of one of the clutch discs from the clamp itself can give a better gripping action.
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58) Submitted by
Ed Eudy, from Sherwood, AR
on 3/23/2008
Customer Rating:
A well designed clamp. The only negative is that I had to take all of them and spray WD40 on them to get them to turn easily. It also doesn't allow you to screw the clamp all the way in. but overall, I like the design.
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59) Submitted by
Kris, from Phelan, CA
on 4/3/2008
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I bought a number of these clamps. They work for my woodworking and welding assemblies.
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60) Submitted by
Roy T.
on 9/14/2008
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The new ones work fine, however the crank has been cost reduced, as it is not as smooth as the one I already have. Still a good deal!
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61) Submitted by
Trevor N Tyler, from Louisville, NE
on 6/25/2009
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I like these clamps. They do need the clamp pads to keep from marking your project. That being said the plastic pads are starting to split and may need to be replaced. This is what keeps this very good product from being excellent.
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62) Submitted by
Kevin Veldhuisen, from Chipley, FL
on 8/8/2011
Customer Rating:
The clamps themselves are excellent and I will definitely buy more as the need arises. However, avoid the pipes! I purchased 4 of their zinc pipes and after 3 clampings I already need to replace 3 of the 4 pipes because I actually ripped the pipe apart at the threadings from the force I applied to the clamps. I'm not a big guy, so this is extremely disappointing for that product, and while I have to admit my ego was nicely boosted at the same time, that still doesn't help with my woodworking projects.
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63) Submitted by
steve rudis, from ellicott city, MD
on 9/1/2011
Customer Rating: 
Works okay but just not high quality
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64) Submitted by
Peter Butzin, from Tallahassee, FL
on 6/29/2011
Customer Rating:
I've had a set of four of these clamps for a couple of years. The problem I have always experienced is that they slip. Since none of the other reviewers experienced this problem, I sent an email to Rockler asking, "What am I doing wrong?"
I received a prompt reply, suggesting that I use a clean cloth to wipe oil or residue which might be causing the slippage. Well, I have tried this, to no avail. Two of the clamps slip so badly that they aren't useable.
The favorite clamps for long work in my shop are Jorgensen Pony bar clamps that I've had for 20 years or more. They are lighter duty than the Rockler clamps, but they hold without any slippage.
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