IRWIN Vise-Grip 165 Swivel Pad Locking C-Clamp 4 Inch
- Material Type: Alloy Steel
- Item Weight: 0.25 pounds
- Color: Silver
- Item Dimensions: 5.31 inches
Last refreshed Aug 4, 2026 · Based on the Amazon listing and published specifications, not hands-on testing.
A small, light clamp built for light duty holding jobs, not a substitute for a full size bar clamp when real clamping pressure is needed.
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ASIN: B00004SBBMModel: 165Category: Clamps
Overview
The IRWIN 165 is a compact clamp measuring 5.31 inches and weighing just 0.25 pounds. Its small footprint fits light assembly and hobby work rather than heavy shop clamping.
IRWIN's listing for the 165 does not spell out clamping capacity or throat depth, only overall size and weight, so this reads as a small format clamp rather than a bar or pipe clamp. At a quarter pound it is light enough to carry several at once, which matters more for glue up and craft work than for structural holding.
- 0.25 pound weight
- 5.31 inch size
- IRWIN brand
- Compact design
Who it's for
Fits hobbyists, model builders and anyone doing small glue ups or light fastening. Woodworkers clamping large panels or metalworkers needing high pressure will want a heavier duty clamp instead.
Pros and cons
- Lightweight at 0.25 pounds
- Compact size is easy to store and carry
- Simple to position one-handed
- No listed clamping capacity or throat depth
- Not built for heavy duty pressure
Performance notes
The low weight and small size point to a clamp meant for holding small parts steady rather than applying heavy pressure across a wide panel. It is easy to position one-handed, which suits fiddly assembly work.
Specifications
| Brand | Irwin |
|---|---|
| Model | 165 |
| Dimensions & fit | |
| Item Weight | 0.25 poundslower than 88% of 222 clamps |
| Item Dimensions | 5.31 inches |
| Construction & materials | |
| Material Type | Alloy Steel |
| Color | Silver |
| Included components | |
| Included Components | 1 |
| Warranty & support | |
| Manufacturer Warranty Description | Manufacturer Warranty |
| Other details | |
| Style Name | Regular C Clamp |
| Tensile Strength | 1000 Pounds Per Square Inch |
| Item Type Name | CLAMP C LOCK 4 IN W/PAD |
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Frequently asked questions
How much does the IRWIN 165 weigh?
0.25 pounds.
What size is the IRWIN 165 clamp?
It measures 5.31 inches, putting it in the small clamp category.
Is the IRWIN 165 suited to heavy duty clamping?
The available specs list only its small size and light weight, so it reads as a light duty clamp rather than a heavy duty one.