Bitz Clamp Cleaning

[bisblue]

Hey Folks,
Two questions on the Bitzeburger.

1. What are folks using to clean the bitz clamp in between fletchings?
2. Are folks doing a different cleaning method after multiple arrows?
3. What cure time do folks find best?

For reference I'm using AAE Max Bond on AAE trad vanes with a wrap. I run a green scotch pad over the clamp after each fletching.

 

[dlee56]

I don't clean it at all until I'm done with my dozen arrows. If I do I wait for glue to dry and then run a knife down the edge of the clamp to break off any clumps. Are you getting a lot of glue on your camp with cach fletch?

 

[Nick Muche]

Same as above for me, seems to work well.

 

[bisblue]

I don't clean it at all until I'm done with my dozen arrows. If I do I wait for glue to dry and then run a knife down the edge of the clamp to break off any clumps. Are you getting a lot of glue on your camp with cach fletch?

I'm getting some, but not a lot necessarily. I'm hesitant to run a knife down the clamp, but maybe that is the method.

I also tried some adjustments to get better contact of the fletching with the shaft.

 

[wapitibob]

Case lube on the inside of the clamp.

 

[WoodBow]

I do the same as @dlee56

I like the idea of some kind of oil or lube on the clamp to inhibit adhesion though.

 

[GLB]

Same on running a knife down the edge once the glue dries. I’ve done that for over 20 years on Blitz, and Jo Jan fletchers.

 

[oldgoat]

Yeah, don't overthink it, scrape it off with a knife! I use a razor knife and just keep it pretty much laid down flat on the clamp. If your are using wraps, Bohning Platinum works great and cleans off easier than super glue

 

[Tartan]

I mostly use a last chance jig now, but with the Bitz, i would just use a little bit of string wax on the jig. any cured glue would pop off easy after.

 

[SliverShooter]

I line my Bitz clamps with 3/4” blue painters tape, anyglue easily scrapes off with a fingernail. Have to change the tape every couple dozen sets of a dozen arrows.

 

[bisblue]

I line my Bitz clamps with 3/4” blue painters tape, anyglue easily scrapes off with a fingernail. Have to change the tape every couple dozen sets of a dozen arrows.

I'll give that a try

 

[Rob5589]

I have a rag with acetone and give the clamp a quick swipe when needed.

 

[mattflint]

I scrape it off after Im done fletching.
10 seconds or so with gorrila glue works for me for set time.