Key Features
Overview
The Kreg KBCIC In-Line Clamp is a specialty woodworking clamp built to hold workpieces from the side while keeping the top of the project clear. This is a bench dog clamp designed for side-pressure clamping on woodworking benches and work surfaces with 3/4 in. dog holes. Model Number: KBCIC. If you are working on a bench. assembly table. or portable workstation and do not want a traditional clamp hanging over the edge or blocking your tool path. this is the kind of clamp that solves that problem cleanly.
The big advantage here is how the clamp works in real use. Instead of reaching down over the material like a standard bar clamp. the Kreg In-Line Clamp pushes from the side. That means the top face of the board. panel. or assembly stays open for layout. edge work. glue-up. sanding. or light routing and drilling tasks. Kreg rates it at up to 250 lbs. of clamping force. which gives it enough holding power for a wide range of shop and jobsite bench work without making the setup bulky.
The adjustment system is built for quick changes. The contoured dial is easy to turn. and the long pushrod provides up to 4-3/4 in. of adjustment range. That matters when you are moving between different part sizes and do not want to waste time resetting a conventional clamp. The swivel clamp shoe is also a useful detail because it can bear against different shapes and assemblies instead of only working well on perfectly flat stock.
Kreg also kept the overall design light and simple. The clamp uses durable. lightweight construction and a sturdy peg that fits standard 3/4 in. bench dog holes. That makes it a natural fit for workbenches with dog holes. shop-made tops drilled for clamping. and portable workstations where flexibility matters. It is also described as a strong companion to the Kreg Mobile Project Center. which makes sense if you want the same clamping approach on a portable setup.
From a practical shop standpoint. this clamp is useful because it stays out of your hands and out of the way of the tool. On edge work. assembly work. and bench-top holding. overhead clamps can block access. catch on tools. or force awkward positioning. This in-line clamp reduces that hassle. The side-pressure layout is the whole point. and it is what makes this clamp different from a lot of general-purpose clamping options.
This is a good fit for woodworkers. cabinet installers. trim carpenters. and serious DIY users who already work from a bench with dog holes or plan to drill a dedicated clamping hole pattern. If you need maximum force for heavy structural glue-ups. you will still want larger clamps in the shop. But if the job is holding parts securely while keeping the work surface clear. the Kreg KBCIC In-Line Clamp is a smart. purpose-built tool that earns its spot fast.
Keep the Top of the Workpiece Clear
This clamp is built for the jobs where a standard overhead clamp just gets in the way. By pushing from the side. it leaves the top face open so you can keep working without fighting around hardware.
- Side-pressure design helps with sanding. drilling. routing. and assembly access
- Bench-mounted setup keeps the clamp planted instead of sliding around on the surface
Quick Setup on Standard Benches
If your bench has standard 3/4 in. dog holes. this clamp drops right into the workflow. That makes it an easy upgrade for existing workbenches and portable stations without adding a permanent vise or more complicated fixtures.
- Sturdy peg fits standard 3/4 in. bench dog holes
- Also works on other surfaces where you can drill the correct hole size
Adjust for Different Shapes Fast
The adjustment system is straightforward. which is exactly what you want on a bench clamp. Turn the dial. set the pressure. and move on. The swivel shoe helps it bear against more than just flat square stock.
- Contoured dial is made for easy adjustment
- Long pushrod provides a 4-3/4 in. adjustment range
What’s in the Box
- (1) Kreg In-Line Clamp
Key Specifications
| Clamping Force | 250 lbs |
|---|---|
| Max Opening | 4.75 in |
| Throat Depth | 4.75 in |
| Bench Dog Hole Size | 3/4 in |
| Clamp Type | Specialty |
| Material | Plastic |
| Made In | United States |
| Warranty | 90 Days |
Compatibility
Built For
Pro Tip
If you are building a work surface just for this style of clamp. drill a few extra 3/4 in. holes near the front edge. That gives you more side-pressure positions and makes the Kreg KBCIC In-Line Clamp a lot more useful for edge work and small assembly tasks.
Warranty & Support
Tool Nut’s Take
Why the Kreg KBCIC In-Line Clamp earns bench space
This is a smart little clamp for anyone who is tired of overhead clamps blocking the work.
- Who it’s for: Woodworkers. trim guys. and DIY users working off a bench with 3/4 in. dog holes who want quick hold-down pressure without cluttering the top of the project.
- Why it stands out: The side-pressure design is the whole story here. and it is genuinely useful. Add the 250 lbs. of force. 4-3/4 in. range. and swivel shoe. and it does more than look clever.
- Worth knowing: This is a specialty bench clamp. not a replacement for every bar clamp in your shop. It shines when access matters more than brute-force glue-up pressure.
Common Questions
- What size bench dog hole does it fit? It fits standard 3/4 in. bench dog holes.
- How much clamping force does it provide? The clamp applies up to 250 lbs. of clamping force.
- What is the adjustment range? The long pushrod provides up to 4-3/4 in. of adjustment range.
- Is it meant only for a Kreg bench? No. It can be used with any work surface that has. or can be drilled with. a 3/4 in. hole for the peg.
