Quick-Grip 524QC Bar Clamp/Spreader

by Quick-Grip

Product Description

Amazon.com Product Description

The 24-inch bar clamp and spreader from Quick-Grip features quick-change multi-positioning jaws that lock on the end-pin or any position on the bar, plus a new quick-clip that easily converts the clamp into a spreader and a reversible/removable jaw. It also boasts one-handed operation, and non-marring, soft pliable pads to protect finish. The heat-treated black oxide bar provides added strength, rigidity and resistance to gouging, as well as rust prevention.

Product Description

Versatile quick-grip bar clamps are ideal for clamping or spreading. Quick advance trigger moves jaws twice as fast as standard clamps. Head or tail can be used anywhere on the bar for ultimate positioning. Heat treated steel bar with resin head and tail provide lightweight strength and durability. Clamp pressure: 250 lbs. Throat: 3 1/4in. U.S.A. Clamp Type: Bar, Clamp Length (in.): 24, Clamp Pressure (lbs.): 250, Throat Depth (in.): 3 1/4

Product Details

• Product Dimensions: 24 x 3 x 3 inches
• Shipping Weight: 3 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
• ASIN: B000022453
• Item model number: Q/G524QC
• Average Customer Review: 4.4 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (10 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #108,473 in Home Improvement (See Top 100 in Home Improvement)

Customer Reviews

Most Helpful Customer Reviews

10 of 10 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars Great Clamp, Good Size (You Decide), November 10, 2001

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D "sub" (Metro Detroit, MI USA) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Quick-Grip 524QC Bar Clamp/Spreader (Tools & Home Improvement)

This clamp uses the ingenius trigger grip design for unbelievable ease of use. This makes the clamp unbelievably easy to tighten using one hand. A few warnings about this particular product, however:

(1) Be sure the size is correct. I think the 24" size is probably a bit too big for most projects. I think the 18" size is the best all-around size. Personal preference and common usage really should make this decision for you.

(2) The plastic construction makes the clamps best for holding items "approximately" in place. If you need total clamping for cutting precision, look elsewhere.

All in all, a good product if it is the right size, and used for the right purpose. A good collection would probably include either this or the 18" size, the 36" size and the smallest size. If building such a collection, I would start with this or the 18" size.

1 of 1 people found the following review helpful:

3.0 out of 5 stars Handy but could grip more firmly, January 17, 2007

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David Blunt - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Quick-Grip 524QC Bar Clamp/Spreader (Tools & Home Improvement)

I've used two of these clamps for about a year and do like the quick release. Some people have commented that it can pinch your fingers. Perhaps that is the case with the shorter models?

The grip is not strong enough for some board joining exercises, e.g. doweling butt joints. I'm not sure whether it is because of the soft yellow grips or something to do with the hand pull. Whatever the case, sometimes you have to wrap the hand pull with duct tape around the fixed blue stem in order to acheive enough clamping force.

I have to say that after purchasing the Jorgensen clamps I am happier with those although the quick release is not as easy to pull.

5.0 out of 5 stars Quick Grip Review, April 1, 2010

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Patrick J. Dennis - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Quick-Grip 524QC Bar Clamp/Spreader (Tools & Home Improvement)

The 24in quick grip clamps worked as described with no problems. The release levers worked smoothly and the clamps held the items clamped with no slipage. I would recommend these clamps to others with no hesitation. I am very happy with this purchase.