DESTACO 317-U Vertical Hold Down Clamp, 2.53 Inch Clamp Arm, 375 lb

Destaco 317-U vertical hold down clamp is suitable for holding down workpieces against flat surfaces / workbenches in woodworking and metalworking facilities. This toggle clamp features a U style clamping bar with a neoprene spindle for keeping the workpiece in position throughout the operation while preventing loosening and unwanted workpiece movement. This bar can be opened up to an angle of 180 degrees for clearing the work area, thereby ensuring hassle free workpiece processing / operation. Destaco vertical hold down toggle locking clamp has carbon steel construction which is zinc plated 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. Destaco vertical hold down clamp is designed for ensuring a long life cycle when using standard clamping arms and spindles. Its U shaped bar is designed to enable quick spindle adjustment along the holding bar length. This feature ensures that the worker can adjust the toggle clamp for workpieces of varying sizes. 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 and solid style bar variants on Raptor Supplies.

Uses:

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

Features:

• Destaco 317-U vertical hold down clamp features a U style clamping bar with a neoprene spindle for keeping the workpiece in position throughout the operation while preventing loosening and unwanted workpiece movement.
• The U style bar can be opened up to an angle of 180 degrees for clearing the work area, thereby ensuring hassle free workpiece processing / operation.
• Destaco vertical hold down toggle locking clamp has carbon steel construction which is zinc plated for minimising damage / wear against abrasive conditions & outdoor environments.
• This toggle clamp 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.
• 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.

Compatible Accessories:

• Destaco 507208-M flat tip bonded neoprene spindle is used for replacing the broken / worn out spindle on Destaco 317-U vertical hold down toggle locking clamps.
• Destaco 507107 flanged washer is used to maintain sufficient load for tightening bolts & gaskets of a flange.

Standards and Approvals:

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

Installation:

• Destaco 317-U vertical hold down clamp features flanged base having a dual mounting design 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-U flanged base U bar variant, the brand also offers flanged base solid bar (Destaco 317-S) vertical clamps as well.

Q. What is a vertical hold down clamp?

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

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 sheet metal on assembly lines or during similar manufacturing processes.

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 is the difference between a vertical & horizontal toggle clamp?

A. The difference lies in the orientation of the clamp handle when the clamp is in the locked position. A vertical clamp handle is vertically oriented (perpendicular to the base) when in locked position, while in the case of a horizontal toggle clamp, it is horizontally oriented (parallel to the base).

Q. How do vertical hold down clamps work?

A. Some U bar style clamps, such as Destaco 317-U 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. 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 like 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.

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

A. The red colour of the handles aware the user of the operating handle location and when should the user grab it.