Bessey ibeam36 I-beam Bar Clamp 7000 Lb 36 Inch

Product Description

The BESSEY ibeam36 is an extra-heavy-duty I-beam bar clamp designed for demanding woodworking, fabrication, and assembly applications. The I-beam cross-section of the steel bar resists twisting and bending under load, maintaining a straight clamping plane across the full 36-inch jaw opening. A threaded spindle with a cast iron crank handle allows precise jaw positioning and controlled pressure adjustment up to 7,000 lb of clamping force. A clutch slide mechanism enables quick jaw repositioning along the bar. Licensed tradespeople and skilled woodworkers use this clamp for gluing wide panels, laminating slabs, and assembling large frames.

The ibeam36 is suited for residential millwork shops, commercial cabinet and door manufacturing, and structural assembly operations where long-reach clamping with high force is required. Its 36-inch maximum jaw opening accommodates wide panels and multi-board glue-ups. The 2-inch throat depth provides clearance for typical workpiece edge profiles. Also sold as an I-bar clamp or sash clamp, this tool is a standard piece of equipment in production woodworking and furniture assembly environments.

Key Features

• I-beam steel bar resists twist and deflection under 7,000 lb clamping load
• 36-inch maximum jaw opening handles wide panels and large assemblies
• Clutch slide mechanism allows fast jaw repositioning without tools
• Threaded spindle with crank handle delivers fine pressure adjustment
• Cast iron crank handle rated for extra-heavy-duty use
• Powder-coated spindle finish for corrosion resistance

Compatibility

Designed as a standalone extra-heavy-duty bar clamp for general woodworking, millwork, and fabrication use. Compatible with standard flat workpiece surfaces where a static jaw pad is appropriate.

Installation Notes

No mechanical installation is required. Position the clamp jaw against the workpiece, engage the clutch slide to set approximate jaw spacing, then tighten the crank handle spindle to apply clamping pressure. Inspect the bar for straightness before each use and avoid side-loading the clamp beyond its rated capacity. Use jaw pads or scrap material between the static jaw and finished surfaces to prevent marring.