CNC-Machined Aluminum Edge Clamps

⚠️ Important Note — Two Clamp Lengths

There are two versions of the edge clamp with different overall lengths.

If you plan to use these edge clamps with my Coin Vise, choose the longer version. It features a longer jaw specifically to provide the additional reach needed to accommodate the unusual mounting-hole layout of the Makera Z1 CNC bed.

For general workholding where the additional reach is not needed, either version can be used depending on your setup.

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A set of compact CNC-machined aluminum edge clamps designed to securely hold your stock from the side while keeping the entire top surface clear for machining.

An edge clamp applies horizontal pressure against the side of your material rather than clamping down from above. This makes it especially useful for CNC work where you need unobstructed access to the top surface for milling, engraving, surfacing, profiling, or other operations.

It is designed to be machined from 10mm 6061 aluminum plate. Makera's nominal 10 mm aluminum stock typically measures closer to 10.25 mm actual thickness, so be sure to verify your own material before machining. The files have been setup according to Makera’s nominal thickness.

The project includes the files needed to machine both the fixed clamp body and the movable edge-clamping jaw.

💡 Notes

Designed for 10mm 6061 aluminum plate.
Makera’s 10mm aluminum stock is typically around 10.25 mm actual thickness.
Always measure your stock and adjust the material thickness in Makera Studio before generating your toolpaths.

🧩 Hardware Required per edge clamp

M5 × 8 mm Socket Head Screw
M5 Nut
M5 Washer

Tool Used:
(Tool 1) 3.175 × 12 mm For Metal
(Tool 2) 3.175 × 10mm Ballnose For Metal

Material Used:
Minimum of 100×70×10mm aluminum plate stock

Making The Edge Clamps on the Z1 Video:

Adjustable Workholding CNC Edge Clamps / Push Clamps for 10mm Stock (Set of 2) Easy 2-Sided Milling

Adjustable Workholding CNC Edge Clamps / Push Clamps for 10mm Stock (Set of 2) Easy 2-Sided Milling

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