DESTACO 317-S Vertical Action Toggle Clamp, 3.2 Inch Clamp Arm, 375 lb

Destaco 317-S vertical hold down clamp is suitable for holding down workpieces against flat surfaces / workbenches in woodworking and metalworking operations. This clamp features a solid style clamping bar that can be opened upto an angle of 180 degrees for clearing the work area, thereby ensuring hassle free operation on the workpiece. It is a vertical hold down toggle locking clamp that has carbon steel construction with zinc plated finish for minimising damage / wear against abrasive conditions & outdoor environments. This toggle clamp is a suitable choice for operations where there is a requirement to clamp / detach the workpiece repeatedly throughout the operation. This vertical hold down clamp is designed for ensuring a long life cycle when using a standard clamping arm and spindle. This toggle clamp comes with dual mounting flanged base surfaces for enabling horizontal or vertical mounting, depending upon the application requirement. However, this clamp is not recommended for machining & welding applications. Destaco 317 Series clampsare also available in U bar style variants on Raptor Supplies.

Uses:

Destaco 317-S vertical hold down toggle locking clamp is ideal for assembly & testing operations, checking fixtures, and woodworking & light machining applications.

Features:

• Destaco 317-S vertical hold down clamp features a solid style clamping bar that can be opened upto an angle of 180 degrees for clearing the work area, thereby ensuring hassle free operation on the workpiece.
• This vertical hold down toggle locking clamp has carbon steel construction which is zinc plated for minimising damage / wear against abrasive conditions & outdoor environments.
• It comes with dual mounting surfaces for enabling horizontal or vertical mounting, depending upon the application requirement.
• Destaco vertical hold down toggle locking clamp's bright coloured plastic handle ensures easy gripping and minimises user fatigue over prolonged use.

Compatible Accessories:

• Destaco 207105 bolt retainer is used for replacing the broken / worn out retainer on Destaco 317-S vertical hold down clamp.

Standards and Approvals:

• Destaco 317-S vertical hold down toggle locking clamp is manufactured in compliance with ISO 9001:2015 & ISO 14001:2015 international industry standards.

Installation:

• Destaco 317-S vertical hold down clamp features dual mounting design with a flanged base for enabling vertical & horizontal surface installation, depending upon the application requirement.

Frequently Asked Questions:

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

A. Yes, in addition to Destaco 317-S flanged base solid bar variant, the brand offers flanged base U bar (Destaco 317-U) vertical clamps as well.

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 the equipment or a sheet metal on assembly lines or during similar manufacturing processes.

Q. What is a vertical hold down clamp?

A. Destaco vertical hold down clamps are specially designed clamps that are used for holding the workpiece stationary against a flat surface / workbench and are ideal for various industrial applications like woodworking & metalworking.

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 vertical hold down clamps in other configurations?

A. Destaco also offers a wide variety of vertical 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.

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 oriented perpendicular to the base when in locked position, while in the case of a horizontal toggle clamp, it is oriented parallel to the base.

Q. How do vertical hold down clamps work?

A. Some clamps, such as Destaco 317-S, feature a solid bar style clamping arm that is manually operated using a handle / lever. This handle movement pushes the clamping arm against the workpiece and prevents it from moving mid operation, thereby ensuring secure clamping.

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

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

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 variants are also available.