🗜️ Clamp Force Calculator

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📚 Clamping Guidelines

Wood glue requires relatively light clamping pressure—150-200 PSI is usually sufficient. Too much pressure can squeeze out glue and create weak joints.

Typical Clamping Forces

  • Small Bar Clamp: 100-150 lbs
  • Medium Bar Clamp: 200-250 lbs
  • Large Bar Clamp: 300-400 lbs
  • Pipe Clamp (3/4"): 500-800 lbs
  • Pipe Clamp (1"): 1000-1500 lbs

Remember: Even distribution is more important than extreme force!