DESTACO 235-USS Horizontal Hold Down Clamp, 4.14 Inch Clamp Arm, 850 lb

Destaco 235-USS horizontal hold down clamp is suitable for holding down workpieces against flat surfaces in manufacturing and woodworking facilities. This hold down action clamp is ideal for applications that require working on the same workpiece repeatedly. It features a low profile design that minimises space requirement for clamp installation & usage, thereby enabling ease of operation in confined spaces. This toggle clamp features a hex head stainless steel spindle that keeps the workpiece stationary throughout the operation & prevents it from loosening / slipping. Additionally, its U shaped bar is designed for enabling quick spindle adjustment along the holding bar length. This enables the user to adjust the toggle clamp according to the size of the workpiece. It has stainless steel construction for ensuring strength and preventing bending / breaking under heavy loads. However, this clamp is not recommended for machining applications. Destaco 235 Series clamps are also available in straight base U bar variants on Raptor Supplies.

Uses:

Destaco 235-USS horizontal hold down clamp is designed for checking closures & fixtures, woodworking, welding applications and performing assembly operations in various industrial facilities. However, this clamp is not recommended for machining tasks.

Features:

• Destaco 235-USS horizontal hold down toggle locking clamp comes with a hex head stainless steel spindle that securely grips the workpiece in place & prevents unwanted movement of the workpiece during the operation.
• The clamp's stainless steel construction minimises damage / wear against harsh industrial environments.
• Destaco horizontal hold down clamp features a low profile design for ensuring ease of clamping in confined spaces.
• Its handle features plastic grip for preventing hand slippage mid operation.
• It has a flanged base with two pairs of mounting holes for ease of installation on horizontal surfaces / workbenches.
• Destaco also offers a wide range of low profile horizontal 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.

Compatible Accessories:

• Destaco 237943-M hex head stainless steel spindle is used for replacing broken / worn out spindles on Destaco 235-USS horizontal hold down clamp.

Standards and Approvals:

• Destaco 235-USS horizontal hold down clamp is manufactured in compliance with ISO 9001:2015 & ISO 14001:2015 international industry standards.

Installation:

• Destaco 235-USS horizontal hold down clamp has a flanged base with two pairs of mounting holes for enabling secure installation on horizontal surfaces.
• Upon requirement, this toggle clamp can be easily removed by simply unscrewing the screws using a simple screwdriver.

Frequently Asked Questions:

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

A. Yes, in addition to this flanged base U bar variant, Destaco also offers a straight base U bar (Destaco 235-UB) variant as well.

Q. What is a horizontal hold down clamp?

A. Destaco horizontal hold down clamps are designed for keeping a workpiece stationary against a flat surface / workbench, ideal for various industrial applications, such as metalworking and woodworking.

Q. How do horizontal hold down clamps work?

A. Some U bar style arm clamps feature a hex head style 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 does holding capacity mean in terms of clamps?

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

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

A. For ensuring smooth operation & durability of mechanical clamps, it is recommended to use a coupling grease like Mobil XTC.

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. What does the red colour of the handle of Destaco clamps mean?

A. The red coloured handles alert the user about the location of the operating handle and when he should grab it. The red colour has no additional advantage to the working of the 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.