DESTACO 850-ME Pneumatic Straight Line Action Clamp, G-1/8 Air Port Size

Destaco 850-ME pneumatic straight line clamp is used for positioning & holding products securely in place to ensure error-free operation. It employs compressed air to apply clamping pressure to hold workpieces in place. It functions as the pneumatic version of Destaco 630 manual straight line action clamp. This pneumatic straight line clamp features a toggle action mechanism that allows it to be tightened with force greater than the applied force, making it ideal for a wide range of applications like the processing and assembly of general machinery including ships & automobiles. This non-locking clamp provides clamping force in direct proportion to the bore size and inlet pressure. Destaco 850-ME pneumatic straight line clamp consists of a double-acting cylinder, a clamping arm and linkages for multiplying the applied force. This pneumatic toggle clamp features an inbuilt flow control system for smooth operation and a magnetic piston ring for position sensing. The robust steel construction offers strength and structural rigidity while offering a maximum holding capacity of 16000 lb. Destaco pneumatic clamp uses air pressure to clamp and fix workpieces in place, via the force of a toggle mechanism. It is equipped with a lever that can be engaged to apply pneumatic pressure to the clamping head. The lever features a long guide ratio, with the high efficiency of each part ensuring rigidity. It can handle operating temperatures ranging from -14 to 195 degrees Fahrenheit.

Uses:

Destaco 850-ME pneumatic straight line clamp is used for various applications such as welding, fixture testing and automotive part assembling in the food & packaging, and automotive industries.

Features:

• Destaco 850-ME pneumatic straight line clamp comes with a magentic piston ring that allows accurate position sensing.
• It is sensor ready to accommodate round or T-slot style sensors.
• This pneumatic toggle features built in flow restriction that eliminates the need for external flow controls.

Compatible Accessories:

• Destaco 850450-63-1-00: These replacement seal kits are designed for unobstructed functioning of Destaco 850-ME pneumatic straight line clamp and ensure high performance workholding, automation and containment solutions.
• Destaco 810169: These extension cordsets and coupling nuts are designed to be mounted on cylinders having 4 mm round grooves. These round reed switches with quick disconnect cables are operated by a magnetic ring fixed on the clamp's cylinder.

Standards and Approvals:

• Destaco 850-ME pneumatic straight line clamp meets international standards like ISO 14001:2015 & ISO 9001:2015 to ensure environmental health & safety, and efficient performance of the clamps.

Installation:

• Destaco 850-ME pneumatic straight line toggle clamp features threaded holes on the base to ensure easy and secure installation.

Frequently Asked Questions:

Q. How are toggle clamps measured?

A. Toggle clamps are available in multiple variants having different holding capacities. The capacity of a particular toggle clamp can be measured by calculating the distance between the clamping plate (at its highest position) & the workbench.

Q. What is a pneumatic toggle clamp?

A. Destaco toggle clamps or pneumatic toggle clamps are actuated with a double acting pneumatic cylinder for smooth operation.

Q. How does a pneumatic toggle clamp work?

A. The toggle clamp actuates against the workpiece and stretches or compresses the equipped linkages for keeping the workpiece in a stationary position.

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

A. If you are dealing with Destaco mechanical clamps, then a coupling grease like Mobil XTC is preferable, while the Magnalube G grease should be used when dealing with pneumatic cylinder seals.

Q. What does the holding capacity of a clamp signify?

A. The holding force or holding capacity represents the capability of a clamp to hold down mechanical equipment or sheet metal during manufacturing processes or on assembly lines.

Q. What does the red colour of the handle on Destaco clamps signify?

A. The colour of the handle has no significance, but to highlight a recognisable area and to aid in finding the handle quickly & easily.

Q. Does Destaco offer water-resistant clamp sensors?

A. Yes, Destaco supplies inductive sensors that are specifically designed in accordance with IP65 standards to provide protection from dust, heavy rain & powerful hydraulic jets.

Q. What does clamping force mean?

A. Clamping force is the amount of force actually applied to the workpiece by closing & locking the clamp. It is normally 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. How much pressure is a toggle clamp capable of?

A. Destaco hold down toggle clamps apply downward clamping force by increasing the applied load via toggle mechanisms. You can see the clamping force on the packaging itself, which is specified in Newton (N). Use this information with the size of the toggle clamp to work out the degree of pressure that the tool will have to exert on a piece of wood. The larger the piece of wood, the greater the pressure required.