How to install the Kreg Bench Klamp System with Klamp Plate on a workbench

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How to install the Kreg Bench Klamp System with Klamp Plate on a workbench Posted by Vince M, www.zonetravaux.

Now I have started to look at equipping it with a few nice features.

1 How to install the Kreg Bench Klamp System with Klamp Plate on a workbench Posted by Vince M, I built my workbench a year ago and I use it every time I do DIY. Now I have started to look at equipping it with a few nice features. After installing a vice, I have now found a really convenient tool which fits perfectly on my workbench: Kreg s Bench Klamp System with Klamp Plate. Here is a small reminder on building the ZoneTravaux workbench (the plans were downloaded more than 800 times in a year) Step 1: Step 2: 1. What is the Kreg Klamp Plate? «Kreg s highly resistant clamping system for workbenches

The Kreg clamping system comprises a Bench Klamp and a Klamp Plate made from zinc-plated steel measuring 254 x 254 x 6.35mm to be installed on a workbench for working on site or in a workshop.

The level of pressure can be easily adjusted with the handle on the clamp. The clamp can be removed easily to achieve a perfectly flat work surface.

2 The Kreg clamping system comprises a Bench Klamp and a Klamp Plate made from zinc-plated steel measuring 254 x 254 x 6.35mm to be installed on a workbench for working on site or in a workshop. The Bench Klamp attaches directly on the plate to provide a high-performance rotary 360 clamping station. Very sturdy, it is suitable for clamping pieces exactly in the right positions. The level of pressure can be easily adjusted with the handle on the clamp. The clamp can be removed easily to achieve a perfectly flat work surface. Supplied with the zinc-plated steel plate, one Bench Klamp, the mounting accessories and the rubber feet. 2. Opening the box The Klamp Plate is supplied in a cardboard box which contains all the pieces for fitting it either as a bench-mounted clamp, or as a standalone clamp. I will show you how to install it as a bench-mounted clamp, as I found that to be the best and most efficient solution.

The box contains the zinc-plated steel plate (6mm thick), 4 screws for bench-mounting, the bench clamp, 4

It is simple and efficient, and the instructions are well-written (always much appreciated). 3.

I have decided to place it in the centre of the workbench because, as you will see, the plate fits perfectly

3 The box contains the zinc-plated steel plate (6mm thick), 4 screws for bench-mounting, the bench clamp, 4 rubber feet for standalone fitting and the installation and operating instructions. It is simple and efficient, and the instructions are well-written (always much appreciated). 3. Installing the Klamp Plate We will start by finding the appropriate location for the plate. I have decided to place it in the centre of the workbench because, as you will see, the plate fits perfectly and when the clamp has been removed, the plate does not hamper your DIY projects at all. I am outlining the edge of the plate with a pencil and I will mill in depth over this outline.

4. Preparing the Klamp There is a small plastic plate.

The main advantage of this system is that it is removable.

Then I screw the clamp s fixing screw halfway in.

4 4. Preparing the Klamp There is a small plastic plate. It is placed under the clamp and allows for sliding to the clamping plate. The main advantage of this system is that it is removable. I cut off the excess plastic with a snap-off knife. Then I screw the clamp s fixing screw halfway in. The thread is coated with thread-locking fluid. I insert the screw in the opening and I tighten it enough so that the clamp is stable but so that it can still slide in the plate s opening.

5 I let the thread-locking fluid dry for a few minutes and it is done. The end of the clamp can be fitted with a rubber grip, quite convenient for woodworking. This is very easy to fit if you need it.

5. Preparing the workbench To fit the Klamp Plate, I will use a few

Let s start by creating a template for use with our router.

6 5. Preparing the workbench To fit the Klamp Plate, I will use a few techniques that we have looked at previously. Let s start by creating a template for use with our router. I cut a few planks of scrap wood (this is an old skirting board) with my mitre saw. I check my measurements before attaching the planks together. Which tool do you think I used for this of course: the Kreg Jig Drill Guide that I tested a few weeks ago.

In five minutes, I drill my planks (2 holes per

The box comprises 150 screws of different sizes

7 In five minutes, I drill my planks (2 holes per plank) before screwdriving them together. Since I am planning to have fun with my drill guide, I have bought a Kreg screw kit. The box comprises 150 screws of different sizes and diameters. There is plenty to cover a lot of builds and DIY projects.

These screws are tightened with a specific square driver

I position my Klamp Plate, in the middle of my template

This allows me to make the final adjustments and to obtain

8 These screws are tightened with a specific square driver which was supplied with the Kreg Jig drill guide. I position my Klamp Plate, in the middle of my template before tightening all the screws. This allows me to make the final adjustments and to obtain a perfect result. The template is finished: all I need to do is get my router out and I m all set to go!

6. Milling your workbench I love my little Triton router and use it whenever I

9 6. Milling your workbench I love my little Triton router and use it whenever I can. I set my router on 6mm depth (the thickness of my Klamp Plate,) plus the depth of my template. Take care - I would advise that you mill at a shorter depth to start with then adjust afterwards. It is always easier to mill deeper than to fix a piece which has been milled too deeply. I start with the outline then I will tackle the centre of the template with the circular cutting guide.

10 For the right angles of the outline, I finish with a wood chisel. It s beginning to take shape and the result is already very nice. I fit the circular cutting guide on the router and I can tackle the centre of my template.

The milling is finalised with a depth of 6.

11 The milling is finalised with a depth of 6.3mm in the workbench. 7. Preparing for drilling the clamp I start by checking that the plate fits perfectly in the milled part of the workbench. As I run my hand over it, I can feel that plate doesn t stick out at all.

12 Once the plate is in place, I draw the drilling outline in the centre. I get my router out again and mill the depth of the clamp s fixing screw.

13 Before I fix the plate permanently, I test the clamp by inserting it in the plate s slot. The clamp must slide correctly but without any free play.

intended holes at the four corners of the plate: I

14 8. Permanently fixing the clamp plate I get out the screws included in the Kreg screw kit and I position them in the intended holes at the four corners of the plate: I screwdrive the set and my system is finally ready for a first test.

The clamp included in this kit is of the same quality.

15 9. A few photos of the Kreg Klamp Plate I had the chance to try the clamp included in the Kreg Jig Drill Guide and I really appreciated its efficiency. The clamp included in this kit is of the same quality. It is very easy to use and really efficient. You set the clamping depth with the little handle at the end of the clamp - this is the real deal.

I now have a clamp that I can add or remove

16 I now have a clamp that I can add or remove as required when I am using my workbench. If I remove the clamp, the plate does not exceed the height of the table and does not hamper DIY activities. It is a well-designed system and it is a real advantage for your workbench.

There you go - budget around 55 for my top pick for the start of 2014.

17 There you go - budget around 55 for my top pick for the start of I hope this tutorial/test will have given you ideas - see you soon on ZoneTravaux!

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