Clamp Generator for Pipe and Tube (OwlCAD)
A printable C-clamp or two-plate clamp with a V-jaw cut for a named pipe, conduit or tube size
Clamp Generator for Pipe and Tube (OwlCAD) is a free browser tool for making a clamp or pipe mount that fits a named pipe size. The customizers and the editor are free; only OwlCAD's AI features need the Pro subscription. Exports STL and 3MF; no account needed. Last checked .
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About this generator
The Clamp Generator is one of the free customizers in OwlCAD, a browser-based parametric CAD tool. It makes a screw clamp: a C-clamp to reach round the work, or a two-plate clamp with two screws to grip a tube, a rail or a table edge.
For pipe you name the stock instead of measuring it: 3/4 in PVC, EMT conduit and copper are three different outside diameters, and the V-groove is cut from the published size. You can also enter a diameter from 3 to 200 mm, or choose a flat jaw. You set the reach, opening, frame thickness and width, and the screw size (M5 to M10). The frame is tapped for a printed thread so it needs no hardware, or you can cut it for a real bolt and nut.
It runs in the browser with no account and costs nothing; only OwlCAD's AI features are paid. It is one of 35 free OwlCAD customizers, and you can open the result in the full editor if you want to change more. Its terms give you full commercial rights to what you make, the free plan included.
What you can make
- C-clamps
- Pipe and tube clamps
- Rail and table-edge clamps
How to use Clamp Generator for Pipe and Tube
- Open the customizer
- Choose a C-clamp or two-plate clamp
- Set the jaw, the pipe size or diameter, the reach and the screw
- Download the STL or 3MF
What you'll need to print it
Filament and parts that suit what you make with Clamp Generator for Pipe and Tube.
PETG
- Bambu Lab PETG Basic (affiliate link) Amazon
- Polymaker PETG (affiliate link) Polymaker EU: 3DJake (affiliate link)
Code gives 15% off your first order at Polymaker.
Matte PLA
M3 heat-set inserts
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Filament dryers and dry boxes
- SUNLU FilaDryer S4 (affiliate link) Amazon
- Polymaker PolyDryer (affiliate link) Polymaker
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Clamp Generator for Pipe and Tube pros
- Pick pipe, conduit or tube by trade name
- Printed thread, so no hardware needed
- Option to use a real bolt and nut instead
- Free, no account, and selling prints and files is allowed
Clamp Generator for Pipe and Tube cons
- A printed clamp will not hold like a steel one
- The pipe list covers common US trade sizes
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