Bessey 7200S-18 Sliding Arm Bar Clamp 18 in F-style

Product Description

The BESSEY 7200S-18 is a heavy-duty F-style sliding arm bar clamp designed for demanding fabrication, woodworking, and metalworking applications. Built on a steel frame with an electrogalvanized finish, it delivers 7,770 pounds of clamping pressure through a high carbon steel spindle measuring 0.925 inches in diameter. The T-handle provides controlled torque application without additional tools. A maximum jaw opening of 18 inches and an 8-inch throat depth give it the reach needed for wide stock and deep assemblies. This clamp is part of the BESSEY 7200S series and comes fitted with an extra heavy-duty MorPad for even load distribution across the workpiece surface. Installation and removal are handled by trade professionals, fabricators, and experienced woodworkers in shop and field settings.

The 7200S-18 fits residential and commercial shop environments where consistent, repeatable clamping force is required on large panels, frames, or structural assemblies. Its 18-inch rail length and standard rail profile measuring 1-31/32 by 1 inch seat securely in bar clamp fixtures and workbenches. The sliding arm design allows rapid jaw repositioning without fully releasing clamping pressure, making it well-suited for production workflows and glue-up sequences where multiple clamps are staged in succession. Fabricators working with steel, hardwood, or engineered lumber will find the extra heavy-duty pad material appropriate for finished and unfinished surfaces alike.

Key Features

• 7,770 pounds of clamping pressure for heavy-duty hold on large assemblies
• 18-inch maximum capacity with an 8-inch throat depth for deep-reach applications
• High carbon steel spindle at 0.925 inches diameter for durability under repeated load cycles
• Forged steel T-handle for precise torque control without slippage
• Electrogalvanized steel frame resists corrosion in shop environments
• Includes specially designed MorPad and standard rail profile for consistent pad contact

Compatibility

Designed as an OEM-style bar clamp in the BESSEY 7200S series, compatible with standard bar clamp accessories and fixtures accepting a 1-31/32 by 1 inch rail profile.

Installation Notes

Bar clamps require no power tools or fasteners for installation and are positioned by hand. Ensure the workpiece surface is clean and free of debris before seating the MorPad to prevent marring. Do not exceed the rated clamping pressure by using pipe extensions or mechanical multipliers on the T-handle. Inspect the spindle threads and sliding arm mechanism regularly for wear, and replace the clamp if the frame shows signs of cracking or deformation.