DESTACO 215-U Toggle Clamp, 2.26 Inch Clamp Arm, 200 lb Capacity

Destaco 215-U horizontal hold-down toggle locking clamp is designed for fastening materials / workpieces to a workbench and checking fixtures in woodworking facilities. This hold-down action clamp is a suitable choice for operations where there is a requirement to clamp / detach the workpiece repeatedly throughout the task. It features a U-shaped bar for ensuring quick spindle adjustment along the holding bar length. This feature enables the user to adjust the toggle clamp for various-sized workpieces. This Destaco 215-U toggle clamp features a curved style handle, with a plastic grip, to provide maximum leverage while clamping and ensure user comfort over prolonged usage. It comes with an adjustable neoprene spindle assembly that keeps the workpiece stationary throughout the operation & prevents it from loosening / slipping. This Destaco 215-U toggle clamp features steel construction that minimises damage / wear against harsh industrial environments. Destaco 215 Series clampsare also offered in stainless steel, straight base U bar and flanged base solid bar style variants on Raptor Supplies.

Uses:

• Destaco 215-U horizontal hold down toggle locking clamp is designed for woodworking, checking fixtures & closures and performing assembly operations in various industrial facilities. This clamp can also be used for welding & food processing operations but is not recommended for machining applications.

Features:

• Destaco 215-U horizontal hold down toggle locking clamp features low profile design that enables light duty clamping in tough to reach areas & confined spaces.
• It features a plastic handle that ensures maximum grip while clamping & minimises user fatigue over prolonged usage.
• This clamp has steel construction and neoprene spindle for durability, safety & ease of operation.
• It features a U shaped clamping bar that is designed for ensuring quick spindle adjustment along the holding bar length.
• It has a flanged base with two pairs of mounting holes for ease of installation on flat surfaces / workbenches.
• Destaco also offers a wide range of horizontal hold down clamps in a range of configurations & styles like J hook style arm clamps, low profile T style handle clamps & Toggle Lock Plus enabled clamps.

Compatible Accessories:

• Destaco 202208-M Spindle Assembly: This Neoprene spindle assembly attaches to this Destaco 215-U toggle clamp and holds down workpieces.
• Destaco 215105 Flanged Washers: This washer set attaches to this Destaco 215-U toggle clamp to securely hold the spindle assembly.

Standards and Approvals:

• Destaco 215-U horizontal hold down toggle locking clamp is ISO 9001:2015 & ISO 14001:2015 certified

Installation:

• Destaco 215-U horizontal hold down clamp has a flanged base with two pairs of mounting holes to enable secure installation on flat surfaces / workbenches. Upon requirement, this manual hold down clamp can be easily removed by simply unscrewing it using a simple screwdriver.

Frequently Asked Questions:

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

A. Yes, apart from Destaco 215-U flanged base U bar variant, the brand also offers straight base U bar (Destaco 215-UB) and flanged base solid bar (Destaco 215-S) style horizontal clamps as well.

Q. What is a horizontal hold down clamp?

A. Destaco horizontal hold down action clamps have horizontally positioned handles and are suitable for holding the workpiece stationary against a flat surface / workbench for various industrial applications like woodworking & metalworking operations.

Q. How do horizontal hold down clamps work?

A. Certain U bar style clamping arm clamps like Destaco 215-U manual hold down clamp feature a flat tip bonded neoprene spindle that is manually operated using a handle / lever. This horizontal handle movement pushes the spindle against the workpiece and prevents it from moving mid operation, thereby ensuring secure clamping.

Q. What is the recommended grease to be used with Destaco clamps when rebuilding?

A. Whenever you're dealing with the brand's mechanical clamps, it is recommended to use a coupling grease like Mobil XTC.

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

A. The difference lies in the positioning of the clamp handle when it 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).

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

A. The holding capacity or the holding force depicts the clamp's capability to hold down the equipment or sheet metal on the assembly line or during any other manufacturing process.

Q. Does the red colour of the handle mean anything on Destaco clamps?

A. The red coloured handles have no such significance, except to denote a recognisable area. It alerts the operator where the operating handle is and where and when should he grab it.

Q. Are Destaco clamps rust resistant?

A. Yes, carbon steel clamps from Destaco are zinc plated for withstanding & minimising wear against harsh industrial environments. For applications that require clamping in outdoor conditions, stainless steel clamps are also available.