All in One Clamp A-50 50-Inch Grip Clamp Guide w/T-track
by E. Emerson Tool Co
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Product Details
Manufacturer: E. Emerson Tool CoModel: A-50
Product features:
- No more C-clamping with a self-clamping straight edge to guide your power tools for truly straight cuts
- Raised T-track accepts A, Twin, and Ultra series Saw Plate, Router Plate and Stop Block but will not work with Contractor series accessories
- Nylon jaws hold work piece securely and are predrilled for accessory Wide Jaws and Tall Jaws
- Handy clamp for glue-ups, assembly projects, and even doubles as a fence for your drill press or band saw
- Make cross cuts on 4 foot by 8 foot stock
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Tools and Hardware Reviews of All in One Clamp A-50 50-Inch Grip Clamp Guide w/T-track
Customer Review: Worth the money in the time it saves.
Summary: 5 Stars
I purchased this a few weeks ago (from Amazon) with the wide jaws because of the recommendations here. I agree buy the jaw set, in fact I think they should just be sold as one unit. I am very pleased and did not have any problems using the tool. It sure beats using a board and clamps.
The distance from the edge of my saw's baseplate to the blade is not a nice even number. I made a little story stick (which I tend to misplace between projects) for this as I never remember the setting and would have to re-measure. I know there are many ways to do this but I like to do as few adjustments and measurements as possible. I did not buy the saw guide but was curious if it would eliminate or simplify the alignment step.
I attended a woodworking show this past weekend and the gentleman from Emerson had a booth and was demonstrating the different clamps. I stopped by to see if they had the saw guide. However after watching a few minutes I realized I did not need one, at least to ensure alignment. All you have to do is attach a piece of hardwood to the wide jaws that is wider than the distance to your saws blade and then cut off the excess. You now have an alignment tool calibrated to your saw. I like to think if I used it a few more times I would have thought of that but I give credit where credit is due. But watching the demo gave me many more ideas of how these clamps can save time and increase accuracy in my work. You can make other jigs and attach them to the clamp using inexpensive T-bolts that will fit in the tracks on top. I was so impressed that I bought a few more at the show.
I also learned that Emerson is a small company and I like supporting these types of businesses. And yes when you do deal with a small business sometimes you do run into problems with less than excellent response times. As the owner of one myself (I am the CEO and the guy who takes out the trash) I know all customers are important but you can't always respond the way everyone would like every time. I hope customers understand this and realize that if we don't have these small startup companies we will be missing out on a lot of new an innovating things. I also hope the reviewer who gave the poor rating has resolved the difference and will give them another chance.
Description of All in One Clamp A-50 50-Inch Grip Clamp Guide w/T-track
The All-In-One straight edge clamp is an obstruction free straight edge. The perfect woodworking combination clamp and edge guide. Instant and easily adjustable edge-to-edge clamping with low profile jaws that never get in the way. Built in T-Track on the top side of the clamp allows you to use a variety of accessories or shop made jigs.With the E. Emerson 50-Inch Grip Clamp Guide with T-track, you will experience a rugged, easy-to-use tool that helps you make clean, precise cuts without side shift. Commonly used as a guide with circular saws and routers, this versatile clamp comes with a convenient T-track, adding functionality for use with a variety of tools.
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 Adjust the click lock sliding jaw with a few simple steps. View Video Demo. |
