IRWIN Vise-Grip 165 Swivel Pad Locking C-Clamp 4 Inch
- 4 inch C-clamp with pad, regular style
- 1000 pounds per square inch tensile strength as listed
- Alloy steel, silver
- 0.25 pounds, 5.31 inches
- Manufacturer warranty
Last refreshed Aug 4, 2026 · Based on the Amazon listing and published specifications, not hands-on testing.
A light alloy steel C-clamp from Irwin with a pad on the screw end. The strength figure is listed in pounds per square inch, which is a pressure rating and not a clamping force.
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ASIN: B00004SBBMModel: 165Category: Clamps
Overview
A hobbyist or woodworker holding glued stock gets a small alloy steel C-clamp with a pad to protect the surface. It is a regular C-clamp style in silver, sold as a single unit.
A light frame with a pad suits delicate surfaces and quick setups. The strength figure is given as a pressure value, so real clamping force cannot be read from the listing, and no throat depth is stated.
Who it's for
Glue-ups, small frames and craft projects that must not be dented suit a padded C-clamp. Heavy fabrication needs a larger clamp rated in pounds of force.
Pros and cons
- Pad protects the work surface
- Alloy steel frame
- Regular C-clamp style
- Strength given as a pressure figure
- Throat depth not listed
- Warranty terms not detailed
- Single clamp only
Performance notes
The pad spreads the screw pressure across a wider area, which is why it marks soft wood less than a bare screw tip. Clamping force depends on the screw torque and the frame. The listed strength is a pressure rating, so it does not translate to a load limit.
Specifications
| Brand | Irwin |
|---|---|
| Model | 165 |
| Dimensions & fit | |
| Item dimensions | 5.31 inches |
| Item weight | 0.25 pounds |
| Construction & materials | |
| Material Type | Alloy steel |
| Color | Silver |
| Warranty & support | |
| Manufacturer Warranty Description | Manufacturer warranty |
| Other details | |
| Style Name | Regular C-clamp |
| Tensile Strength | 1000 pounds per square inch |
| Item Type Name | C-clamp with pad, 4 inch |
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Frequently asked questions
How do I use the Irwin 165 C-clamp?
The listing gives no installation steps. It is a regular C-clamp with a pad, sold as one unit.
Does the Irwin 165 have a pad?
Yes, the item type says clamp C lock 4 inch with pad.
What is the Irwin 165 made of?
Alloy steel.