Clamp holder

Clamp Holder

A clamp holder
Other names	Clamp Fastener, Boss Head, Right Angle Clamp Holder
Uses	Elevate and move attached clamp Stabilize equipment
Components	Ring stand rod jaw and extension clamp jaw

A clamp holder or clamp fastener is a piece of laboratory apparatus that is used to secure laboratory clamps, such as extension-type utility clamps, or other attachments to a retort stand or lab frame. The material can be made up of brass, cast iron, stainless steel, aluminium or nickel-plated zinc.

Operation

Using a clamp holder to hold clamps at different angles

A retort stand rod and clamp are inserted into two jaws of a clamp holder and adjustable thumbscrews fasten the clamp holder to the attachments and lock it in place. The attachments can be secured with the thumbscrews to be positioned at any height or angle, with a regular clamp holder positioning the apparatus at a 90° angle.

Uses

Clamp holders can secure laboratory equipment at specific angles, diameters, and weights, as required. Clamp holders are often used to hold the attached apparatus over a work surface. There are several different types of holders, such as swivel holders and all-position holders, that allow adjustments for different angles and planes. In some cases it can be used to attach support rods together.

Additional images

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  Boss Head Right Angle Clamp Holder
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  Clamp holder attached to utility clamp
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  Clamp holder attached to ring stand
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  Clamp holder connecting clamp with ring stand

See also

• Retort stand
• Utility clamp
• Iron ring