Carr Lane Manufacturing Co. Datasheets for Machining Clamps

Machining clamps are used for machine setup and tool or part fixturing. Types include cam, cylinder, hook or swing, pull, push, retracting, rocker, side or edge, and toe clamps. Clamp straps and clamp strap assemblies are also commonly available.
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Product Name Notes
1000 psi max Double Acting
Air-operated version of our popular hydraulic Swing Clamps, for applications requiring light clamping force. Arm swings clear for easy loading, with a sturdy helical-cam mechanism. Arm can be mounted to...
Air-operated version of our popular hydraulic Swing Clamps, for applications requiring light clamping force. Arm swings clear for easy loading. Sturdy helical-cam mechanism. Arm can be mounted to start its...
An important new clamping development! These mini edge clamps grip the side of a workpiece to keep the top clear for machining. Patented design provides strong, reliable clamping with the...
Arm swings clear for easy loading. All-threaded version is ideal for mounting through a fixture plate, to keep fluid lines out of the working area. Sturdy helical-cam mechanism with overload...
Arm swings clear for easy loading. Flange-base mini version is an extremely small, economical Swing Clamp that provides many plumbing options, including manifold mounting. Sturdy helical-cam mechanism. Arm can be...
Arm swings clear for easy loading. Flange-base version provides many plumbing options, including manifold mounting. Sturdy helical-cam mechanism with overload protection. Arm can be mounted to start its 90° swing...
Arm swings clear for easy loading. Low-profile version is very low and compact, with a built-in rear arm support. Sturdy helical-cam mechanism with overload protection.
Arm swings clear for easy loading. These compact, economical, heavy-duty Swing Clamps have a reinforced swing mechanism and a heavier clamping arm to exert high clamping force in relation to...
Arm swings clear for easy loading. Threaded-body cartridge-style clamps are designed specifically for space-saving manifold mounting. Sturdy helical-cam mechanism with overload protection. Arm can be mounted to start its 90°
Arm swings clear for easy loading. Threaded-body cartridge-type clamps are designed specifically for space-saving manifold mounting. Compact size makes this Swing Clamp extremely useful in many applications. Sturdy helical-cam mechanism...
Arm swings clear for easy loading. Top-flange cartridge-type clamps are designed specifically for space-saving manifold mounting. Sturdy helical-cam mechanism with overload protection. Arm can be mounted to start its 90°
Arm swings clear for easy loading. Top-flange mini version is an extremely small, economical Swing Clamp that allows low mounting, using either standard fittings or manifold mounting. Sturdy helical-cam mechanism.
Arm swings clear for easy loading. Top-flange version allows low mounting, using either standard fittings or manifold mounting. Sturdy helical-cam mechanism with overload protection. Arm can be mounted to start...
Arm swings clear for easy loading. Top-flange version allows low mounting. Sturdy helical-cam mechanism with overload protection. Arm can be mounted to start its 90° swing from any position within...
Clamp Strap with two clamping ends, for holding two workpieces simultaneously. Turn strap 90° for clear loading.
Combination clamp and locator with a unique upward clamping action. Up-Thrust Clamps locate off of the part's top surface and clamp up from below. Pushing down on the cam handle...
Double edge clamps allow clamping two workpieces at the same time with equal force. These mini edge clamps grip the side of a workpiece to keep the top clear for...
Edge Clamps grip the side of a workpiece, pushing forward and downward simultaneously. Ideal when clamping from above is difficult. These clamps sit low, but clamp high, just below the...
Extremely compact swing clamp that mounts in a reamed hole. Ideal in tight spaces where high clamping force is required. Choice of socket-head (counter bored) or Hex Nut & Stud...
FEATURES: Our Tiny Vise® M-series incorporates a modular jaw design for greater adjustability. This new modular system allows adjusting your workpiece engagement point by adding or removing spacers. This is...
Gooseneck version of our Double-End Clamp Straps. This design recesses the clamping nut to provide a low overall profile. Double-End Clamp Straps have two identical clamping ends, for holding two...
Gooseneck version of our Slotted-Heel Clamp Straps. This design recesses the clamping nut to provide a low overall profile. Slotted-Heel Clamp Straps have a slot underneath to slide straight back...
Heavy-duty steel clamp strap that swings 90° out of the way for clear loading. These clamp straps have a radiused slot underneath to fit a standard Clamp Rest. This slot...
Heavy-duty steel version of our Slotted-Heel Clamp Straps, with a radius nose to provide firm workpiece contact. These clamp straps have a slot underneath to slide straight back for clear...
Heavy-duty steel version of our Tapped-Heel Clamp Straps, with a radius nose to provide firm workpiece contact. These clamp straps have a tapped heel that accepts a clamping screw or...
High-strength Tapped-Heel Clamp Strap, available with a plain nose or locator nose. Gooseneck design provides additional machining clearance above the clamp. These clamp straps have a tapped heel that accepts...
Large edge clamp that is well suited for large castings and other tall workpieces. Pivoting nose has a serrated jaw that clamps forward and downward simultaneously. Can be used to...
Long-arm Hook Clamps are available with either a plain arm (shown here) or a tapped arm. Mounts in a reamed hole or in a Hook-Clamp Holder (order separately). Ideal in...
Long-arm Hook Clamps available with either a plain or tapped arm. The tapped-arm version shown here accepts a wide variety of contact bolts or spindles to increase clamping-height range (the...
Micro Swing Clamps are extremely small, economical Swing Clamps with relatively low clamping force, making them particularly suitable for tight spaces and thin-walled workpieces. These Swing Clamps are useful alternatives...
Mini-size stainless steel version of our Slotted-Heel Clamp Straps, with a radius nose to provide firm workpiece contact. These clamp straps have a slot underneath to slide straight back for...
Mini-size stainless steel version of our Tapped-Heel Clamp Straps, with a radius nose to provide firm workpiece contact. These clamp straps have a tapped heel that accepts a clamping screw...
Mini-size stainless steel version of our Tapped-Heel Clamp Straps. Extra-wide nose can be used to distribute clamping force evenly, or to clamp two parts simultaneously. These clamp straps have a...
Mini-size stainless steel version of our Tapped-Heel Clamp Straps. Tapered nose allows clamping in tight spaces. Since this strap is not slotted, turn 90° for loading clearance. These clamp straps...
Open U shape allows totally removing the clamp strap for loading and unloading. The open U end has two tips that are stepped to provide repeatable location. The other end...
Pivoting-nose edge clamp operated by a cam handle for fast action. Nose pivots to exert clamping force forward and downward at the same time. Smooth spiral cam locks positively anywhere...
Plain Clamps are double-end clamp straps usually used with a pair of Step Blocks as a rear support.
Rugged forged steel pivot clamp. Provides instant height adjustment without blocks or shims. One-piece assembly allows quick setup and eliminates lost clamp pieces. Removable brass heel protects machine table. Turn...
Self-Locking Swing Clamps are particularly suited for clamping on fixtures which are disconnected from their power source (machine-tool pallets, pallet storage systems, indexing machines, transfer lines). A patented self-locking mechanism...
Simple, economical aluminum clamp for medium-force clamping. Provides instant height adjustment without blocks or shims. Soft aluminum material protects both the workpiece and the machine table from damage. Turn clamp...
Slotted-Heel Clamp Strap that features a replaceable clamping pad attached with two screws (furnished). Padded clamp straps also easily accept custom pads or other attachments. These clamp straps have a...
Soft-metal Tapped-Heel Clamp Strap made of high-strength aluminum alloy, available with a plain nose or locator nose. These clamp straps have a tapped heel that accepts an adjustable rear support,...
Soft-metal Tapped-Heel Clamp Strap made of high-strength aluminum alloy. Gooseneck design provides additional machining clearance above the clamp. These clamp straps have a tapped heel that accepts an adjustable rear...
Special series of double-acting Swing Clamps designed for automated high production. Flange-base version provides many plumbing options, including manifold mounting. Reinforced swing mechanism ensures positive arm position. Extended helix rod...
Special series of double-acting Swing Clamps designed for automated high production. Threaded-body cartridge-style clamps are designed specifically for manifold mounting. Reinforced swing mechanism ensures positive arm position. Extended helix rod...
Special series of double-acting Swing Clamps designed for automated high production. Top-flange version allows low mounting, using either standard fittings or manifold mounting. Reinforced swing mechanism ensures positive arm position.
Step Clamps have serrations that match with all of our Step Blocks. These serrations are specially designed for excellent load bearing.
Tapped-Heel Clamp Strap that features a replaceable clamping pad attached with two screws (furnished). Padded clamp straps also easily accept custom pads or other attachments. These clamp straps have a...
The new V-jaw version of our popular Tiny Vise is ideal for clamping round workpieces. The V jaw can also be used to clamp a rectangular workpiece from two directions...
The new V-jaw version of our popular Tiny Vise™ is ideal for clamping round workpieces. The 90° V jaw can also be used to clamp a rectangular workpiece from two...
These low-profile clamps are ideal for gripping the side of a workpiece to keep the top clear for machining. The double-sided version shown here allows holding two workpieces with a...
These low-profile clamps are ideal for gripping the side of a workpiece to keep the top clear for machining. The fixed version shown here is usually best for permanent fixtures...
These low-profile clamps are ideal for gripping the side of a workpiece to keep the top clear for machining. The slotted version shown here is usually best for mounting directly...
These Swing Clamps are designed to clamp two workpieces simultaneously by utilizing a pivot-eye rod end for mounting a custom double clamping arm. The flange-base version shown here provides many...
These Swing Clamps are designed to clamp two workpieces simultaneously by utilizing a pivot-eye rod end for mounting a custom double clamping arm. The top-flange version shown here allows low...
These unique C clamps have a hinged pad for fastening permanently to a fixture, allowing them to swing clear for workpiece loading. The hinged mounting pad bolts to the fixture...
This Edge Clamp incorporates our exclusive "Locking Support Plunger", to provide clamping and supporting in one element. Edge Clamps grip the side of a workpiece, pushing forward and downward simultaneously.
Unique toggle clamp that applies force forward and downward at the same time. Automatically adjusts for different workpiece sizes. Clamps with the same, repeatable force anywhere within its 9/32" automatic-adjustment...
Wide-opening clamp that locks by cam action rather than toggle action. Smooth spiral cam locks securely anywhere within a 3/16" clamping range. Rugged cast steel components. Solid arm can be...