Heavy Duty 1/4" Pencil Rod Clamp - Concrete Formwork Clamps - Cast Malleable Iron

Stands Up to Toughest Concrete Pours!

Experience superior performance on all concrete pours with our heavy duty 1/4" pencil rod clamps. Made with cast iron to ensure unbeatable strength and accuracy, these clamps keep your forms locked in place, even for battered or curved wall applications! They are construction grade, compatible with smooth or deformed 1/4" rods, and have a safe working load of 1,125 lbs, providing an unwavering grip for a variety of jobs. 

Maximize savings by purchasing in bulk! Our discounted rates for contractors and DIYers make tackling large projects more affordable. Get the reliable strength you need while saving money. Order our durable 1/4" pencil rod clamps now, as low as $2.47 for guaranteed success in concrete forming.

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Specs

• Material: Cast malleable iron
• Safe Working Load (SWL): 1,125 lbs
• Finish: Cast Iron
• Height: 1.5 inch
  
• Length: 2-7/8 inch (2.875 inch)
• Width: 3-1/2 inch (3.5 inch)
• Weight: 0.69 lbs (11 oz)
• Reusable: Yes
• Nail Holes: 3
  
• Nail Holes Diameter: 3/16"

Features

• Construction Grade Strength: Made from cast malleable iron, this material is great for demanding construction jobs.
• Compatible Rod Sizes: Compatible with smooth or deformed 1/4" rod to tie forms
• Safe Working Load Of 1,125 lbs to preventing concrete forms from bulging or spreading under the weight of wet concrete.
• Great For A Variety Of Concrete Forming Jobs: Used on all types of forming projects, especially suited for battered or curved wall applications.
• Strong Grip: Say goodbye to shifting forms! This clamp's secure grip keeps your project on track.
• Multiple Nail Holes: 3 total nail holes, each 3/16" in diameter, provides more options for securing the clamp to walers in different configurations.
• Reusable
• Contractors Save Big With Sandbaggy: Our pencil rod clamps are for sale as low as $2.47 each when you buy in bulk.

FAQ

What are pencil rods used for?

Pencil rods, commonly referred to as cat-head clamps, are essential in the construction industry for their ability to secure concrete forming systems. They help tie walls and foundations together, form curved and battered walls, and reinforcing existing forms. 

Other applications of pencil rods include: 

• Temporary bracing
• Tensioning cables and wires
• General purpose clamping

What are pencil rod clamps used for?

Pencil rod clamps are a type of metal concrete wall clamp that are used in tandem with pencil rods to secure and stabilize concrete formwork.  You can think of them as a "rod connector clamp", The clamps main purpose is to create tension in walls and foundations, which pulls opposing concrete form panels together. This prevents the walls from becoming deformed when pouring and curing wet concrete.