DESTACO 431 Squeeze Action Plier Clamp, Neoprene Spindle, Steel

Destaco 431 squeeze action clamp, also known as squeeze action plier clamp, is used to firmly grasp objects in the automotive & aerospace industries. It is a portable machine clamp designed for workholding applications where fasteners or permanently mounted clamps are unnecessary. The clamp features an ergonomic handle that opens & closes the tempered steel spring jaws and threaded workholding neoprene spindle that adjusts the clamping height to fit the workpiece. It comes with a two way trigger release that allows faster & easier opening of the clamp. The clamp is suitable for attachment by welding the front or the top of the base to a container or a cover and can handle loads up to 100 lb. This pull action latch clamp features forged alloy steel construction to ensure supreme strength. Destaco 431 squeeze action plier clamp is supplied with a M6 flat tip bonded neoprene spindle to ensure vibration dampening & stability. The clamp is machined to tight tolerances for applications that demand high precision clamping for workpiece manufacturing and repairing tasks.

Uses:

Destaco 431 squeeze action plier clamp offers a wide combination of features, making it adaptable to applications such as assembly, welding, gluing and soldering in the food & packaging, automotive and aerospace industries.

Features:

• Destaco 431 squeeze action plier clamp has forged alloy steel construction for additional strength.
• It comes with tempered spring steel jaws to provide exceptional jaw depth.
• The 2 adjustable neoprene spindles ensure physical toughness and maximum clamping force.
• This clamp is supplied with a M6 spindle thread to ensure vibration dampening & excellent stability.
• This 431 plier clamp offers a maximum holding capacity of 100 lb.

Compatible Accessories:

• Destaco 424208-M: These flat tip bonded neoprene spindles feature threaded rods with rubber stoppers to secure workpieces firmly. The spindles can be adjusted to accommodate materials of varying thicknesses and can also be used to replace worn-out / damaged spindles to extend the service life of clamps, as well as reduce the risk of marring when rubber stoppers begin to wear away.

Standards and Approvals:

Destaco 431 squeeze action plier clamp is ISO 9001:2015 and ISO 14001:2015 certified.

Installation:

• This Destaco 431 squeeze action plier clamp is attached by welding or bolting the base bar to a fixture at any point along the base.

Frequently Asked Questions:

Q. How does a plier clamp work?

A. While closing, the jaws of the plier clamps are automatically locked and the handles are squeezed against the central position for effective clamping.

Q. What is a plier clamp?

A. Destaco plier clamps or squeeze action clamps are used to firmly grasp objects in welding, moulding, bending and compressing applications.

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 ordinarily less than the stated holding capacity. The actual clamping force depends on various factors, including 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 is manual clamping?

A. Unlike pneumatic straight line action clamps, regular manual clamps from Destaco feature separate handles for engaging the plunger to hold the workpiece in place.

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

A. The holding capacity or the holding force depicts the clamp's capability to hold down equipment or sheet metal on assembly lines or during similar manufacturing processes.

Q. What is the significance of the red colour of the handle of Destaco clamps?

A. There is no such significance of the colour of the clamp's handle, as it exclusively represents a recognisable area. This helps operators in finding the handle quickly & easily.

Q. Which grease is ideal for Destaco clamps for their rebuilding?

A. A coupling grease like Mobil XTC should be used when dealing with Destaco mechanical clamps, while the Magnalube G grease is great for use with pneumatic cylinder seals.