DESTACO 217-U-L Horizontal Hold Down Clamp, Flanged Base, Open Bar, 200 lb

Destaco 217-U-L horizontal hold down clamp is ideal for holding workpieces against flat surfaces in woodworking, metalworking & manufacturing applications. This manual clamp is used in applications requiring repeated clamping / detaching of the workpiece throughout the operation. It features a U shaped open clamping bar, designed for enabling quick spindle adjustment along the holding bar length for decreasing downtime and preventing buying of a separate clamp for diverse applications. This feature enables the worker to adjust the toggle clamp for various sized workpieces by attaching arm extensions. It has a low profile design to minimise space requirement for clamp installation & usage, thereby increasing ease of operation in confined spaces. This manual toggle clamp has steel construction, providing a long life cycle and preventing bending / breaking under heavy loads. It also fits an adjustable neoprene spindle to prevent the workpieces from loosening or slipping and keep them stationary throughout the operation. It is also offered in stainless steel, straight base and U bar variants on Raptor Supplies.

Uses:

• This Destaco 217-U-L horizontal hold down clamp is used for woodworking, checking fixtures and performing assembly & testing operations in the aerospace, transportation, automotive and food processing & packaging industries. It can also be used for holding and closing chamber doors, lids, covers and access doors.

Features:

• Destaco 217-U-L horizontal hold down clamp has flange base mounting style for a maximum holding capacity of 200 lb.
• It has steel construction for strength, durability and minimising damage / wear due to abrasive conditions & outdoor environments.
• This clamp features low profile design & large handle clearance for minimising space requirement.
• Its easy to hold grip handle minimises user fatigue over prolonged usage.
• It provides a clamp bar opening of 91 degrees and handle opening of 61 degrees.
• This clamp is attached with an adjustable neoprene spindle for secure holding of workpieces.
• It is equipped with an open U-bar for attaching arm extensions and other accessories.
• The clamp has 0.92 inch height with 1.49 inch long clamp arm.

Compatible Accessories:

• Destaco offers replacement parts and accessories like 215105 washer assembly, length, height & clamping arm adapters for flexible adjustment of length and height in clamps.
• L-217-4-01 arm extension can also be supplied by Raptor Supplies for extending the reach of 217-U-L manual clamp.

Standards and Approvals:

• Destaco 217-U-L horizontal hold down clamp is manufactured in compliance with industry standards like ISO 9001:2015 & ISO 14001:2015 for safety, environmental health and efficient performance of the clamp.

Installation:

• The Destaco 217-U-L hold down clamp is mounted to the surfaces using two pairs of threaded holes on the base for secure installation.
• When required, this clamp can be easily unscrewed using a simple screwdriver.

Frequently Asked Questions:

Q. What other variants of Destaco 217-U-L clamp are available on Raptor Supplies?

A. Raptor Supplies offers these manual clamps in variants having straight base (217-UB-L). Destaco also supplies similar clamps with U-Bar (217-U) for fixed design and quick installation. For more variants related to Destaco 217-U-L clamp, visit Destaco 217 Series clamps page on our website.

Q. How does a horizontal hold down clamp work?

A. A U-bar style horizontal hold down clamps 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 positioning of the clamp handle. A vertical clamp handle is oriented vertically or perpendicular to the base when in a locked position, whereas the horizontal toggle clamp is horizontally oriented or positioned 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. How do vertical hold down clamps work?

A. Certain 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. What grease is recommended to be used with Destaco clamps when doing maintenance?

A. It is recommended to use coupling greases like 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.