Quick-Grip Quick Change 506QC 6-Inch Bar Clamp/Spreader

by Irwin

Product Description

From the Manufacturer

The invention of Quick-Grip bar clamps revolutionized clamping with the introduction of the first one-handed bar clamp. Now comes an even more versatile addition to the line of Quick-Grip bar clamps: the Quick Change bar clamp/spreader. It is quicker to use and more versatile. This 6-inch bar clamp changes into a spreader as quick and easy as 1,2,3. No tools required. The Quick Change multi-position jaw can be positioned anywhere on the bar making even the most challenging clamping or spreading task a snap. This Quick Change Quick-Grip Bar Clamp/Spreader has a clamping capacity of 6-inches, and a spreading capacity of 7-1/2-inches to 14-5/8-inches. The quick one-handed operation means less hand fatigue, and combined with the ability to easily slide the handle into position by engaging the metal Quick Release Trigger, clamping has never been so quick. The Ergonomic Pistol Grip provides a comfortable grip and concentrated clamping pressure. This 6-inch bar clamp/spreader comes with non-marring, stay-on pads. These pads are designed to firmly stay in place while clamping, yet they are easy to remove or change, if desired. The Quick Change bar clamp/spreader is manufactured with quality and pride in the USA. Full lifetime warranty. Each Quick-Grip clamp is warranted to be free from defects in material and workmanship for the life of the tool, except for damage caused by abuse, misuse or alteration.

Product Description

Quick Change, 6" Bar Clamp/Spreader, Multi Position Jaws Can Be Positioned Anywhere On The Bar Making Even The Most Challenging Clamping Or Spreading Task A Snap, Clamping Capacity 6", Spreading Capacity 7-1/2" To 14-5/8", Non Marring Pads.

Product Details

• Shipping Weight: 1 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
• Shipping: This item is also available for shipping to select countries outside the U.S.
• ASIN: B00004SBCK
• California residents: Click here for Proposition 65 warning.
• Item model number: 506QC
• Average Customer Review: 4.8 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (5 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #64,410 in Home Improvement (See Top 100 in Home Improvement)

Customer Reviews

Most Helpful Customer Reviews

8 of 8 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars Good Clamp, Small Size, October 26, 2001

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

This review is from: Quick-Grip Quick Change 506QC 6-Inch 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. 6" is usually too small for the projects I use clamps for. This size has been great for small projects, however. I think the 18" size is a better all-around size.

(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.

3 of 3 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Great clamp - OK price., December 15, 2005

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Scott Pointon "Former Marine, Librarian, Wood... (Crest Hill, IL United States) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Quick-Grip Quick Change 506QC 6-Inch Bar Clamp/Spreader (Tools & Home Improvement)

As with so many of my reviews, I have to say that this is a superior product but only an "ok" price. For a woodworker who works alone, these clamps are the next best thing to a paid assistant. So often it seems that I am standing on my head while balancing two awkward pieces that I need to do something to, and I just don't have enough hands to clamp it all down securely and accurately. Thats where these clamps shine. I use them to hold work to my bench while I sand/drill/saw/route. I use them to hold work to my drill press table. I use them as a spreader when I am finished dry-fitting a snug mortise and tenon joint. I keep several of these clamped to my workbench legs so that I will always have one in easy reach. Try it and you'll be amazed how much you use these "extra hands". Because this is how I use these clamps, I have found the 6" and 4" to be the most useful sizes. I do not like thse clamps for glue ups as they do not have the clamping pressure of traditional bar or pipe clamps.

As for the price, I found a holiday sale where I got 2 for $15. Normally thet are about $15 each at Menards, Lowe's etc.

1 of 1 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Great Little Grippers, January 19, 2008

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W. Brown "Willie" (Greeley Colorado) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Quick-Grip Quick Change 506QC 6-Inch Bar Clamp/Spreader (Tools & Home Improvement)

If you do woodworking, these little grips are a must. I have used mine for many years to hold a great many things. I could not get on well without them. Easy one handed operation with a strong grip. excellent.