Klemmtyps
Klemmtyps is a term found in German-language engineering literature to denote the various clamping devices and arrangements used to secure workpieces during machining, assembly, and testing. In English, the phrase would be translated as “clamp types” or “types of clamps.” Clamps are devices that apply pressure to hold parts in place within a fixture or jig, enabling precise positioning, stability, and safe handling.
Klemmtyps encompasses a broad range of actuation methods and forms, including screw clamps, toggle clamps, cam
Design considerations for Klemmtyps include distributing clamping force to avoid distortion, ensuring even contact with the
Applications of Klemmtyps span machine shops, woodworking, metalworking, electronics assembly, and quality-control or test rigs. They
Etymologywise, the term derives from the German Klemm (to clamp) and Typ (type). In practice, Klemmtyps serves