Bessey Tools 12 in. classiX Medium-Duty All-Steel Bar Clamp, 4-3/4 in. Throat Depth GSL30

The BESSEY GSL30 classiX Medium-Duty All-Steel Bar Clamp is engineered for metalworking and welding applications requiring reliable, consistent holding pressure up to 1,880 lbs. Designed with a 12 in. clamping capacity and a 4-3/4 in. throat depth, this F-style clamp delivers the versatile performance of a C-clamp with significantly faster setup speeds. Its cold-drawn steel profile resists flexing under high clamping loads, making it an essential holding tool for fabrication shops, welding benches, and structural steel assembly.

Built for harsh shop environments, the GSL30 features a hardened ACME threaded spindle that provides smooth operation while resisting weld spatter and thread wear. The integrated sliding arm operates along a drawn, heat-treated steel rail for rapid position adjustments across the workpiece. Equipped with a heavy-duty pressure pad, the clamp distributes pressure evenly across flat or angled stock without slipping, ensuring precise joint alignment and workpiece stability during tacking and heavy welding.

Features & Benefits

• 1,880 lbs. Clamping Force: High load capacity delivers secure, rigid clamping force for heavy metal fabrication and welding.
• 4-3/4 in. Throat Depth: Extended reach allows placement deeper into workpiece assemblies than standard light-duty clamps.
• Cold-Drawn Steel Profile: Heat-treated and tempered steel rail resists bending and flexing under high clamping loads.
• Hardened ACME Threaded Spindle: Ensures smooth clamping action and long service life while offering high resistance to weld spatter.
• Heavy-Duty Pressure Pad: Solid steel contact face delivers maximum pressure transfer and consistent contact on workpiece surfaces.
• Sliding T-Bar Handle: High-strength steel sliding pin handle provides comfortable grip leverage and tight clamp tightening in tight spaces.
• Fast Setup Speed: Sliding arm F-style design allows quick setup up to 9 times faster than traditional C-clamps.

What's Included

• (1) classiX 12 in. Medium-Duty All-Steel Bar Clamp (GSL30)

Select the 12 in. GSL30 for standard fabrication setups, or choose the 24 in. GSL60 model when extended clamping capacity is required across wider workpieces.