Destaco 205 Serieshorizontal hold down clamps are ideal for holding down workpieces against flat, horizontal surfaces in woodworking, metalworking & manufacturing applications. They are the smallest of Destaco's horizontal hold down clamps that make them ideal for operation in confined spaces. These manual clamps are used in applications requiring repeated clamping / detaching of the workpiece throughout the operation. They feature an ergonomic handle that is oriented parallel to the base when in locked position. Destaco 205-UR clamp is equipped with a U shaped clamping bar for fitting an adjustable neoprene spindle to prevent the workpieces from loosening and keeping them stationary throughout the operation. This feature decreases downtime & enables the worker to adjust the toggle clamp according to various sized workpieces. This hold down clamp is made of steel for strength and minimising damage / wear due to rough usage. It has a right flanged base for installation on a horizontal surface / workpiece. Raptor Supplies offers this clamp in variants having stainless steel construction for corrosion resistance; flanged base for installation on horizontal surfaces; solid clamping bar for fixed spindle positioning.
Uses:
Destaco 205-UR horizontal hold down clamp is ideally used for checking fixtures, assembly, woodworking & light duty clamping operations in aerospace, consumer goods, automotive and food & packaging industries. It can also be used to close various fixtures, such as chamber doors, lids, covers and access doors.
Features:
- Destaco 205-UR horizontal hold down clamp is equipped with a U bar for flexible adjustment of the attached spindle.
- It has flanged base on the right side of the clamp for quick mounting on horizontal surfaces.
- This clamp has a maximum holding capacity of 60 lb.
- It has steel construction for preventing bending / breaking due to harsh usage.
- This clamp features compact size for minimising space requirement for installation / operation.
- Its easy to hold grip handle minimises user fatigue over prolonged usage.
- This handle opens up to 80 degrees for opening the clamp bar up to 90 degrees.
- The clamp is supplied with an adjustable neoprene spindle & flanged base for secure holding of workpieces.
- The clamp arm has a height of 0.32 inches and length of 0.74 inches.
Compatible Accessories:
- Destaco 205208-M: Destaco supplies these flat tip bonded neoprene spindles for holding down workpieces when attached to the clamping bar of Destaco 205-UR clamp.
- Destaco 105106: Raptor Supplies delivers these flanged washers for tightening the attached spindle at a fixed customer specified location.
Standards and Approvals:
- Destaco 205-UR horizontal hold down clamp is designed in accordance with ISO 9001:2015 and ISO 14001:2015 industry standards for environmental health, safety and efficient performance of the clamp.
Installation:
- Destaco 205-UR hold down clamp has threaded holes on the right flanged base for secure mounting on a horizontal surface / workpiece.
- When required, this clamp can be easily removed by simply unscrewing the base using a simple screwdriver.
Frequently Asked Questions:
Q. What other variants of Destaco 205-UR clamp are available on Raptor Supplies?
A. Raptor Supplies offers these manual clamps in variants having flanged base (205-U), left flanged base (205-UL) & straight base (205-UB). Destaco also supplies similar clamps having a solid clamping bar (205-SR) for fixed spindle positioning.
Q. How does a horizontal hold down clamp work?
A. A U bar style horizontal hold down clamp is manually operated using a handle / lever to push a flat tip bonded neoprene spindle against the workpiece and prevent it from moving mid-operation, thereby ensuring secure clamping.
Q. What is the difference between a vertical & horizontal toggle clamp?
A. The difference between a vertical & horizontal toggle clamp lies in the locking position of the clamp handle. A vertical clamp handle is vertically oriented or perpendicular to the base when in a locked position, whereas the horizontal toggle clamp is horizontally oriented or parallel to the base.
Q. What does holding capacity mean in terms of clamps?
A. The term "holding capacity" or the holding force indicates the capability of the clamp to hold down the equipment, a workpiece or sheet metal on the assembly line or during other manufacturing processes.
Q. What grease is recommended to be used with Destaco clamps when doing maintenance?
A. It is recommended to use a coupling grease, such as Mobil XTC for rebuilding or servicing the brand's mechanical clamps.
Q. Does the red colour of the handle signify anything on Destaco clamps?
A. The red coloured handles alert the operator of the location of the operating handle and when should he grab it.
Q. Are Destaco clamps rust resistant?
A. Yes, Destaco carbon steel clamps are zinc plated to withstand & minimise wear & tear due to harsh industrial environments. Destaco also supplies stainless steel clamps for applications requiring clamping in outdoor conditions.