Pipe Clamps: The Versatile Support Stand for Your Woodworking Needs
If you're like most woodworking enthusiasts, you probably have a lot of tools and equipment in your workshop. However, some tools serve more than one purpose, and pipe clamps are one of them.
Pipe clamps are commonly used in woodworking projects for gluing and clamping boards together. But did you know that they can also be used as versatile shop stands? This is what Bob Mitchell, a woodworking enthusiast, discovered when he was looking for an alternative to traditional support stands.
Bob Mitchell made use of his pipe clamps for their original purpose for gluing and clamping. When he wasn't using them, he realized he could turn them into a support stand with the help of some scrap wood. In this blog, we will discuss how you can do the same and take advantage of the versatility of stainless steel pipe clamps.
Materials Needed:
- Pipe clamps
- Scrap wood
- Saw
- Drill
- Screws
- Wood glue
Step-by-Step Guide:
1. Cut the scrap wood into four equal pieces to serve as the legs of the support stand.
2. Drill a hole in the center of each leg and insert the pipe clamp through the hole.
3. Use screws to secure the pipe clamp to the leg of the support stand.
4. Repeat steps 2 and 3 for the remaining legs.
5. Apply wood glue to the top of each leg and attach a piece of scrap wood to serve as the top of the support stand.
6. Allow the glue to dry completely before using the stand.
Using Your Pipe Clamp Support Stand:
Your pipe clamp support stand can be used in a variety of ways. It can serve as a support stand for large pieces of wood or as a temporary workbench for sanding or assembly tasks.
To set up the support stand, simply adjust the height of the pipe clamps to match the height of your workpiece. Then, insert the workpiece between the clamps and tighten the clamps to secure it.
Conclusion:
Pipe clamps are an excellent addition to any woodworking workshop. With their versatile use as both a clamp and support stand, they can help you save space and money by eliminating the need for extra equipment.
By following the step-by-step guide provided in this blog and making use of scrap wood lying around your workshop, you can easily create your own support stand using pipe clamps. So, why not give it a try and see how it can improve your woodworking processes?