Bessey GSCC5.012 Cast Iron Bar Clamp 12in 1200lb

Product Description

The BESSEY GSCC5.012 is a cast iron bar clamp designed for heavy-duty workholding in woodworking, fabrication, and general assembly applications. It delivers 1,200 pounds of clamping pressure across a 12-inch maximum capacity, making it suitable for edge gluing, frame assembly, and panel clamping tasks that demand consistent, high-force holding. The cast iron rail provides rigid, stable clamping force without flex under load. The wood handle gives the operator firm grip during tightening. Non-marring pads are included to protect finished surfaces. Overall length is 16 inches. This clamp is used by woodworkers, cabinet installers, millwrights, and general contractors who need reliable clamping performance on production or job-site work.

The GSCC5.012 suits residential and light commercial woodworking shops, cabinet shops, and fabrication benches. The 5-inch throat depth allows it to reach beyond workpiece edges to clamp panels, frames, and assemblies that require deeper reach than a standard light-duty bar clamp. The non-marring pads make it appropriate for finished or pre-finished stock where surface protection is required during glue-up or assembly operations.

Key Features

• 1,200 pounds of clamping pressure for heavy-duty workholding
• 12-inch maximum jaw capacity handles wide panels and assemblies
• 5-inch throat depth provides extended reach past workpiece edges
• Cast iron rail resists flex and deflection under high clamping loads
• Wood handle provides a comfortable, secure grip during tightening
• Includes non-marring pads to protect finished and pre-finished surfaces

Compatibility

Designed as a direct-use bar clamp for general woodworking, cabinet assembly, and fabrication applications requiring a 12-inch capacity cast iron clamp with 5-inch throat depth.

Installation Notes

Bar clamps do not require installation in the traditional sense, but proper use requires ensuring the jaws are aligned square to the workpiece before applying full pressure to prevent racking. Inspect the cast iron rail and jaw threads before each use and do not exceed the rated 1,200-pound clamping pressure. Store the clamp with jaws slightly open to relieve tension on the screw mechanism when not in use.