Welding clamps (also called weld clamps) are the welding accessories that hold the work materials together for easier welding process. Welding clamps come in a number of types such as pipe welding clamps, magnetic welding clamps, adjustable welding clamps, locking welding clamps, welding brass clamps, welding cable clamps, C-clamps and welding angle clamps.

You can use welding clamps in many industries such as automotive, aerospace, construction and metalworking. Apart from welding applications, you can also use these welding clamps for woodworking applications.

Some important parameters you must consider before buying a welding clamp are:

1. The application you want to use a welding clamp
2. The process temperature of your welding process
3. The type of the welding clamp
4. The durability of the welding clamp

Action Steps
The best contacts and resources to help you get it done

Buy a welding angle clamp from reputable manufacturers

Once you identify your requirements regarding the welding angle clamps, you can check out the product line of reputable suppliers.

I recommend: All American Products Co. is one of the leading suppliers of welding angle clamps. You can also go to Mike's Wood & Metal Tools, a reputable distributor of welding clamps that offers many different kinds of welding clamps including welding angle clamps.

Buy magnetic welding clamps from reputable distributors

After checking with the product lines of some reputable distributors, you can buy magnetic welding clamps online.

I recommend: You can buy a magnetic welding clamp from ToolFetch.com, a reputable supplier of welding clamps including magnetic welding clamps. Strong Hand is another leading supplier of magnetic welding clamps. Simonds International, a reputable supplier of magnetic welding clamps, provides a wide variety of magnetic clamps. You can also check out the product line of Newman Tools, another major supplier of a wide range of welding clamps including magnetic clamps.

Buy C-clamps from reputable welding clamp suppliers

If you want to buy a multipurpose welding clamp, you can check out the product line of some reputable suppliers of C-clamps. You can use a C-clamp as a grip welding clamp for your welding processes.

I recommend: Armstrong, a division of Danaher Corp., is a reputable provider of C-clamps, supplying a wide variety of clamps including deep-throat C-clamps, square throat C-clamps, high visibility C-clamps, heavy duty C-clamps and standard C-clamps. Another leading supplier is Rockler Companies, providing a variety of welding clamps including C-clamps. In addition, you can also go to Adjustable Clamp Company, another major provider of C-clamps.

Tips & Tactics

Helpful advice for making the most of this Guide

• •  Always use standard welding clamps and welding accessories to ensure a smooth welding process.
• •  While using a C-clamp, follow the working load recommendations carefully to avoid overloading.
• •  Always wear safety gear such as helmet, gloves and goggles while carrying out the welding process.