DESTACO 205-S Toggle Clamp, 0.88 Inch Clamp Arm, 60 lb Capacity

Destaco 205-S horizontal hold down toggle locking clamp is ideal for fastening materials / workpieces to a workbench in woodworking facilities. This manual hold down clamp is a suitable choice for operations where there is a requirement to clamp / detach the workpiece repeatedly throughout the task. Destaco horizontal hold down clamp features a curved style handle with a plastic grip to provide maximum leverage while clamping & ensure user comfort over prolonged usage. This manual toggle clamp is designed for ensuring a long life cycle when using standard clamping arms and spindles. It comes with an adjustable neoprene spindle assembly that keeps the workpiece stationary throughout the operation & prevents it from loosening / slipping. The clamp's steel construction minimises damage / wear against harsh industrial environments. However, this toggle clamp is not recommended for machining & welding operations. Destaco 205 Series clampsare also offered in all stainless steel, straight base U bar and flanged base solid bar style variants on Raptor Supplies.

Uses:

• Destaco 205-S manual hold down clamp is designed for checking closures, woodworking and performing assembly operations in various industrial facilities. This clamp can also be used for food processing operations but is not recommended for machining & welding applications.

Features:

• Destaco 205-S horizontal hold down clamp features compact design that enables light duty clamping operations in tight spaces.
• It features a plastic handle that ensures maximum grip while clamping & minimises user fatigue over prolonged usage.
• Destaco manual hold down clamp has steel construction and a neoprene spindle for durability, safety & ease of operation.
• It has a flanged base with two pairs of mounting holes for ease of installation on flat surfaces / workbenches.
• Destaco manual hold down clamp features a solid bar clamping arm that is designed for securely holding the workpiece in place throughout the clamping operation.
• Destaco also offers a wide range of horizontal hold down clamps in a range of configurations & styles, such as J hook style clamping arm, low profile T style handle & Toggle Lock Plus enabled clamps.

Compatible Accessories:

• Destaco 205208-M flat tip bonded neoprene spindle is used for replacing the broken / worn out spindle on Destaco 205-S horizontal hold down clamp.

Standards and Approvals:

• Destaco 205-S horizontal hold down clamp is manufactured in compliance with ISO 9001:2015 & ISO 14001:2015 international industry standards.

Installation:

• Destaco 205-S horizontal hold down clamp has a flanged base with two pairs of mounting holes for enabling secure installation on flat surfaces / workbenches. Upon requirement, this toggle clamp can be easily removed by simply unscrewing the screws using a simple screwdriver.

Frequently Asked Questions:

Q. What is a horizontal hold down clamp?

A. Destaco horizontal hold down clamps are designed for keeping a workpiece stationary against a flat surface / workbench, for use in various industrial applications like metalworking and woodworking.

Q. What does holding capacity mean in terms of clamps?

A. The holding force or the holding capacity depicts the clamp's capability to hold down a sheet metal or an equipment on assembly lines or during manufacturing processes.

Q. How do horizontal hold down clamps work?

A. Some U bar style clamping arm clamps, such as Destaco 205-S, feature a flat tip bonded neoprene spindle that is manually operated using a handle / lever. This handle movement pushes the spindle against the workpiece and prevents it from moving mid operation, thereby ensuring secure clamping.

Q. What does clamping force mean?

A. Clamping force is the amount of force actually applied to a workpiece by closing & locking the clamp. It is normally less than the stated holding capacity. The actual clamping force depends on various factors, such as cylinder bore, cylinder area, spindle position (clamping arm length) and available air pressure. In most cases, the clamping force is approximately 2 to 3 times the force exerted by a pneumatic cylinder.

Q. Does the brand offer horizontal hold down clamps in other base mounting styles?

A. Yes, in addition to this flanged base solid bar variant, Destaco also offers straight base U bar (Destaco 205-UB) and flanged base U bar (Destaco 205-U) horizontal clamps. For highly abrasive conditions.

Q. Which grease is recommended for use with Destaco clamps when rebuilding?

A. For ensuring smooth operation & durability of mechanical clamps, it is recommended to use a coupling grease like Mobil XTC.

Q. What does the red colour of the handle of Destaco clamps mean?

A. The red coloured handles alert the user about the location of the operating handle and when he should grab it. The red colour has no additional advantage to the working of the clamps.

Q. What is the difference between a vertical & horizontal toggle clamp?

A. The difference lies in the orientation of the handle when the clamp is in the locked position. A vertical clamp handle is vertically oriented (perpendicular to the base) when in locked position, while in the case of a horizontal toggle clamp, it is horizontally oriented (parallel to the base).