50% off v5-qra basic framing clamp 2021, order online or call 917-520-7370 (limited offer), free trial

Join picture frames up to 3.5" rabbet, MasterClamp ensures leveled frame structure (not twisted) strong bonding and tight joints. Quick angle adjustment ensures no gaps thus avoids excessive use of wood filler. The clamps industrial quality keeps high performance and great accuracy. MasterClamp is used by professional picture framers who need to deliver high end product with outstanding quality. The clamp is made of aircraft aluminum and professional-grade stainless steel for durability and  long service life. For the 2020 model we overhauled both: the clamp design and parts. The new clamp is user friendly, smart and practical. when you care to make the best joined picture frame, join MasterClamp., Better Joints Through Research is what we do for the past 20 years, (MasterClamp since 1999).

V5-basic picture frame clamp

V5-basic picture frame clamp
was: $598.00
$299.00
order online or call: 917-520-7370
For joining frames up to 3.5" wide.
priced at 50% off, (limited offer). Buy Now

A brief history of MasterClamp and "Dynamic Clamping pressure"

MasterClamp was first introduced in 1999 (NY trade show) and has been improved ever since.
Along the years we were testing and experimenting in the area of dynamic-clamping pressure, that means to deliver efficient clamping pressure continuously until the glue dries (about 15-20 minutes). Proper clamping pressure is being distributed evenly throughout the miter cuts  to get good bonding and a strong corner joint. MasterClamp is intuitive, easy to adjust thus enables quality control.
MasterClamp precision and high performance encourage picture framers to get better with joining, learn more and take action to achieve the best results. 

Dynamic Framing Clamp

The term: dynamic-clamping-pressure:  collection of closely related techniques that have been employed to provide effective features to "outsmart" typical problems regarding basic frame-joining and the clamping mechanisms.

MasterClamp 2020 - The improvements:

  1. Clamping pressure Delivers equal pressure throughout the joint (up to 1,000 psi.)
  2. Spring-loaded jaws are constantly tightening the joint.
  3. Angle adjustment - adjust easily to match with the miter-cuts for optimized contact.
  4. Clamps setting - enables framers to work with all type of mouldings.
  5. User friendly - straight forward, fast learning, easy to use, requires minimum force to achieve effective clamping pressure.


2020 special edition is available now for purchase. MasterClamp lifetime warranty and refund with no time limit.


Features include:

  • Angle Adjustment - (two wheels mounted onto the right fence) designed to adjust the clamp angle avoids joining gaps thus gets strong bonding.
  • Quick Release - (at the back of the clamp) designed for quick change of the clamp opening to allow for the frame to fit in.
  • Clamp Handle - when turned clockwise create proper clamping pressure to form good bonding and a strong joint. (up to 1,000 psi)
  • Spring Jaws - (front of the clamp) delivers a powerful continues action of  "push and tighten" help to create the very best corner-joints.

The industry standard for framing-clamps delivers a set of professional clamps, newly designed by MasterClamp for 2020 and is packed with new features designed to inspire.

How to join a picture frame with V5-Basic clamp

V5-Basic - features

MasterClamp frame joining concept (see them in action)

Instructions, How to use V5-Basic

  1. Draw the clamp handle backwards and place the moulding into the clamp opening.
  2. Using the wheels, adjust the clamp angle until you see perfect alignment with no gaps.
  3. Coat both miter cuts with glue and realign.
  4. Apply clamping pressure by turning the handle clockwise until you get a tight joint as you feel necessary.
  5. Wipe off the excess glue.
  6. Allow 15-20 minutes for the glue to dry, before removing the clamps.
  7. Viola, Done.

About v5-Basic

MasterClamp (since 1999) was designed as a single handed operation clamp enabling the free hand to adjust and align the frame corner while clamping. MasterClamp is made in the USA of aircraft aluminum and professional grade stainless steel for durability and a long service life. The clamp is built strong to withstand heavy-duty applications.

Joining a picture frame is kind of art to master, it is also an opportunity for framers to present quality woodworking. MasterClamp exquisite design provide an easy way to join picture frames. 
V5-Basic framing clamp is a great tool for Frame Restoration projects.

The world's most reliable framing clamps are made by MasterClamp.