DESTACO 205-UB Horizontal Hold Down Clamp, 60 lb Holding Capacity

Destaco 205-UB horizontal hold down clamp is ideal for holding down workpieces against flat surfaces in manufacturing and woodworking facilities. This hold down action clamp is recommended for applications that require working on the same workpiece repeatedly. It features a low profile design that minimises space requirement for clamp installation & usage, thereby enabling ease of operation in confined spaces. This toggle clamp has a neoprene spindle that keeps the workpiece stationary throughout the operation & prevents it from loosening / slipping. Additionally, it comes integrated with a U shaped bar to enable quick spindle adjustment along the holding bar length. This facilitates the operator in adjusting the toggle clamp according to the size of the workpiece. Destaco 205-UB horizontal hold down clamp is made of steel, ensuring structural rigidity and resisting corrosion on exposed surfaces. This horizontal hold down clamp has a straight base for easy mounting and is capable of holding loads up to 60 lb. It provides opening of the bar & handle up to 90 & 80 degrees, respectively.

Uses:

Destaco 205-UB horizontal hold down clamp is designed for woodworking, checking closures & fixtures, welding and assembly operations in various industrial facilities.

Features:

• Destaco 205-UB horizontal hold down clamp features a low profile design and large handle clearance for minimising space requirement.
• This horizontal hold down clamp comes with a handle grip for added comfort & reduced fatigue over prolonged use.
• Destaco 205-UB horizontal hold down clamp is equipped with an adjustable neoprene spindle to prevent workpieces from slipping.
• This horizontal hold down clamp is capable of holding loads up to 60 lb.
• It provides opening of the bar & handle up to 90 & 80 degrees, respectively.

Compatible Accessories:

• Destaco 205208-M: This toggle clamp spindle assembly or flat tip bonded neoprene spindle is a threaded rod with a rubber stopper, which is used to secure materials to work surfaces. It helps in ensuring optimal functionality and performance during welding, drilling and milling operations. When the rubber stopper begins to wear away, this spindle eliminates the risk of disfiguring and acts as a replacement unit for toggle clamps to extend their service life and to protect them from damage caused by abrasion / twisting / flexing. The spindle is capable of being operated at temperatures ranging from -20 degrees to 100 degrees Celsius.

Standards and Approvals:

Destaco 205-UB horizontal hold down clamp complies with ISO 9001:2015 & ISO 14001:2015 industry standards for environmental health, user safety and efficient performance of the clamp.

Installation:

• Destaco 205-UB horizontal hold down clamp features a straight base having mounting holes for quick and secure installation.

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 and are ideal for various industrial applications like metalworking and woodworking.

Q. How do horizontal hold down clamps work?

A. Some U bar style clamping arm clamps 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. How do you adjust a horizontal toggle clamp?

A. After clamping, the force can be adjusted by loosening / tightening the spindle nut.

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 sheet metal or equipment on assembly lines or during other manufacturing processes.

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 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. 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).