Sash Clamp

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<p>This is a 3d printable sash clamp. Long clamps are expensive, this is a low cost alternative, the length is limited only by the length of the wood board used as the bar. The width of the board to use is 3/4" or 19mm. This clamp uses 1/2" or 12mm bolt and nut to provide the clamping force. The parts are mounted to the board using 5/16" or 8mm bolts.<br>&nbsp;</p><p>Updated:&nbsp;</p><p>There is now a simple method to attach the foot without having to grind the bolt. an inner foot threads onto the bolt, and an outer one just clicks over the inner. &nbsp;If need be the inner one can be glued to the bolt, but mine hasn't loosened yet, so it probably isn't necessary.</p><p>Old method:</p><p>The foot should be retained to the clamping bolt. first by grinding a groove to the root of the threads, about 1/2' or 12mm from the end of the bolt. Retention is provided by two #4-40 or 3mm bolts, clevis pins, or even cable ties.</p><p>Long bolts threaded fully are not always easy to find. I used a length of threaded rod, and locktite to affix a nut to one end. Another option that is more widely available are carriage bolts, so I've included a second version of the handle which should accommodate these.</p><p>&nbsp;</p>