bar clamp
1 of 1noun/ˈbɑr klæmp/
Forms:bar clamps
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a type of clamp consisting of a long bar or beam with adjustable jaws on each end, operated by a screw mechanism, used for securing and applying pressure to hold objects in place during woodworking or other projects
A bar clamp is a type of clamp with a long, straight bar that serves as the base for holding materials. It has two arms, one fixed and one adjustable, with a screw mechanism to tighten or loosen the clamp. The adjustable arm slides along the bar to change the width, and the screw tightens to secure the material in place. Bar clamps are often used in woodworking and construction to hold pieces of wood, metal, or other materials firmly while they are being worked on or glued.
- He used a bar clamp to hold the two wooden pieces together while the glue dried.
- The carpenter tightened the bar clamp to ensure the boards stayed in place during the assembly.
- I need a larger bar clamp to secure these metal frames before welding them together.
- After applying the glue, they placed a bar clamp on the edges to prevent them from shifting.
- She adjusted the bar clamp to fit the different sizes of materials she was working with.