Bessey Tools
Bessey Tools 4800S-18 18 in bar clamp 880 lb 7 in throat depth
An 18-inch bar clamp delivering 880 lb clamping force with a 7-inch throat depth for industrial applications
- TypeClamps
- MaterialHAWA
- Weight16.6
- Clamps up to 18 in wide with 880 lb force
- 7 in throat depth reaches deep into workpieces
- Sliding T-handle gives fast, strong tightening
- Steel bar and high-carbon spindle resist wear
- 6 lb weight adds stability during clamping
Industrial bar clamp for heavy clamping
This 18 in bar clamp delivers 880 lb of clamping force for industrial work. The profiled steel rail and sliding T-handle provide a 7 in throat depth. A swivel jaw pad adapts to uneven surfaces while the spatter-resistant spindle resists weld debris.
Manual operation with no power draw
The clamp relies on a high-carbon steel spindle turned by a 6 7/8 in steel handle. No electricity or compressed air is required so there is no heat, noise or energy cost during use. The 1 5/8 in bar thickness resists flex under maximum load.
Steel construction with swivel jaw pad
The HAWA material bar and steel handle withstand repeated industrial cycles. A 1 1/2 in wide swivel pad distributes pressure evenly across the workpiece. The 7/8 in spindle diameter and spatter-resistant finish suit welding and fabrication environments.
Highlights
- Clamps up to 18 in wide with 880 lb force
- 7 in throat depth reaches deep into workpieces
- Sliding T-handle gives fast, strong tightening
- Steel bar and high-carbon spindle resist wear
- 6 lb weight adds stability during clamping
Specifications
| Brand | BESSEY |
|---|---|
| Type | Clamps |
| Material | HAWA |
| Weight | 16.6 |
Questions about this item
How do I install the Bessey 4800S-18 bar clamp and what step do people get wrong?
Slide the movable jaw along the 1 5/8 in steel rail until the 1 1/2 in swivel pads contact the workpiece, then turn the 7/8 in high-carbon spindle. The common error is forgetting to engage the sliding T-handle fully, which prevents the 880 lb clamping force from being reached.
What maintenance or replacement will the Bessey 4800S-18 need later?
Keep the spatter-resistant spindle threads clean and lightly oiled; the swivel jaw pads can be replaced if they wear down, and the 6 7/8 in steel handle should be inspected for bending after heavy use.
What limit shows up first under sustained use of the Bessey 4800S-18?
The 880 lb clamping force rating is the first limit; exceeding it can deform the profiled rail or strip the high-carbon spindle threads before the 7 in throat depth or 18 in capacity become factors.
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