Product Description
Gate Clip Bender Tool — Crimps 1-3/8″ Chain Link Gate Clips (Galvanized Steel)
- Purpose-Built Crimper — Designed to bend/crimp gate clips cleanly around a 1-3/8″ gate frame
- Professional Results — Provides leverage to tighten fabric and achieve a neat, rounded finish
- Galvanized Steel — Durable, outdoor-ready construction for long service life
- Easy to Use — Squeeze action makes quick work of repetitive clip installs
- Versatile Applications — Ideal for chain link gates, kennel panels, and temporary panels
Make gate fabrication faster and cleaner with a dedicated gate clip bender. This hand tool crimps standard 1-3/8″ gate clips around the frame upright and tension bar so your chain link fabric seats tight and stays put. Built from galvanized steel, it delivers professional grade performance and repeatable results across walk gates, double gates, and panel builds.
Why Choose This
- Speed + consistency — Faster and more uniform than improvising with generic pliers
- Taut fabric — Extra leverage helps remove slack for a cleaner, stronger gate face
- Field-friendly — Simple squeeze operation for repetitive installs on job sites
- Durable build — Galvanized steel stands up to weather and daily use
Specifications
| Tool Type | Hand-operated gate clip bender/crimper |
| Intended Use | Crimp 1-3/8″ chain link gate clips to attach fabric to a gate frame via a tension bar |
| Compatible Gate Frame (O.D.) | 1-3/8″ |
| Compatible Clips | Standard 1-3/8″ chain link gate clips (steel, galvanized) |
| Material / Finish | Steel / Galvanized |
| Typical Usage | Chain link walk/drive gates, kennel panels, temporary fence panels |
| Included | Tool only (clips and tension bar sold separately) |
Installation
Wrap the gate clip around the tension bar and 1-3/8″ frame upright. Start the bend by hand, then position the bender’s jaws over the clip and squeeze to crimp it closed. Check fabric tension and clip spacing as you go, repeating along the upright until the fabric is secure.
Buying Guide
- Clip spacing: Many installers use roughly one clip per foot of gate height (e.g., ~5 clips on a 6′ panel per side); adjust for your project.
- Tool vs. pliers: A dedicated bender produces a tighter, more uniform crimp with less effort than standard pliers.
- Not for hog rings: Use hog ring pliers for mesh-to-wire connections; use this tool specifically for 1-3/8″ gate clips.
- Pairs well with: 1-3/8″ gate clips and a straight tension bar sized for your gate.
Frequently Asked Questions
- What frame size is this for?
- It’s designed for standard 1-3/8″ O.D. gate frames and matching 1-3/8″ gate clips.
- Does it include clips?
- No — the tool is sold alone. Order clips and tension bar separately.
- Can I use it on 1-5/8″ or 2″ frames?
- It’s purpose-built for 1-3/8″ clips on 1-3/8″ frames. For other frame sizes, verify clip and tool compatibility.
- What does a gate clip do?
- It attaches the chain link fabric to the gate’s tension bar and frame upright, helping keep the fabric tight.
- Where is this most useful?
- Gate fabrication, kennel/panel assembly, and any project using 1-3/8″ gate clips for a clean, bolt-free attachment.
Comparison
| Option | Strengths | Considerations | Best For |
|---|---|---|---|
| Gate Clip Bender (this item) | Fast, uniform crimps; tight fabric; minimal effort | Sized for 1-3/8″ clips/frames | Gate and panel fabrication with 1-3/8″ frames |
| Standard Pliers | Low cost; widely available | Slower, inconsistent crimps; more hand fatigue | Occasional repair work |
| Hog Ring Pliers | Great for mesh-to-wire ties | Not intended for gate clips | Attaching fabric to tension wire or selvedge |
| Tie Wire + Twister | Flexible, inexpensive materials | Slower; bulkier finish than clips | Repairs and mixed attachment methods |
Need help choosing clips or planning your gate build? Contact us and we’ll help you pick the right setup.
