Potential Clamping Elements Alternative

[Mike Goetzke]

I know this is an old thread but I found a good deal on clamping element alternatives.

If you search for "Craftsman Auto-Adjust Push Peg Clamp 949808 " you will find these in-line clamps for around $16 each. They look identical to Armor that have a split peg that can be tightened in an MFT hole. I tried them out and they work great in a 20mm hole!

I also found on the Sears hardware site Armor type "dog-fences" in 8" and 12" versions for around $10 each. (These look like the LeeValley and Festool low profile clamps)

Mike

 

[Ptk16]

Those are definitely rebranded armor tool clamps

 

[kbwoodworker]

They have these on Amazon as well.  I got a couple of the fences when Sears near us was closing.  Fences have a 3/4" peg, but I think Armor sells 20mm replacements.  I have a small 3/4" bench, but would rather use them on the 20mm bench.

 

[promark747]

I have found the Kreg In-Line Clamps to work very well.  I like being able to dial them in to just the right pressure; with the Festool clamping elements, I always felt that the cam was putting too much pressure on the holes and would often lift up the work piece.  Plus, the Kreg clamp is only $20.
https://www.kregtool.com/store/c29/bench-clamps/p434/in-line-clamp/