Gary's Clamp (Swanstrom® NR5000)

$60.47

The Swanstrom® Tools Gary’s Clamp, invented by Gary Hutchinson, is a precision-engineered tool designed to securely hold and manipulate metal stampings, disc-cut pieces, and other flat sheet materials. Made from machined aluminum, this clamp allows for precise and ergonomic handling, making it ideal for sawing, shaping, and other metalworking tasks.

Key Features

Four movable clamping fingers securely hold stampings while allowing for easy adjustments.
Target plate aids in centering discs within the clamp for precise cutting.
Ergonomic design reduces hand strain when working with small parts.
Rotatable shape makes it easy to work on various shapes and sizes.
Steel clamping screws with Delrin® washers prevent surface marring.

Target Plate Design

The Delrin® target plate helps center discs within the clamp. Unlike traditional plates with crosshairs or concentric rings, this design allows the human eye to naturally align objects without visual confusion. Users who prefer additional markings can create their own erasable guide lines using a felt-tipped marker.

Specifications

Dimensions: 2.5" dia. x 0.31" thick (63.5 x 7.9mm)
Brand: Swanstrom
Shipping Weight: 0.274 lbs (124.284g)
Country of Origin: United States
Inside Diameter: 1.75" (44.45mm)
Max Disc Size: 1.41" dia. (36mm)
Max Thickness: 5mm, based on screw opening height

Usage Tips & Maintenance

When cutting multiple discs of the same size, leave one clamp finger in position to maintain alignment and save time.
Not all clamp fingers need to be used—adjust as necessary for stability. Unused fingers can be secured out of the way against the clamp wall.
Suitable for holding coins, saw piercing, and creating identical earring components by securing two discs at once.
Screws will overlap the edges of the workpiece by approximately 2mm.

Kit Includes

✔ One Delrin target plate
✔ One stubby screwdriver
✔ Four extra clamping screws with Delrin washers
✔ Instruction sheet