DESTACO 345-G Squeeze Action Plier Clamp, 800 lb Holding Capacity, Metric

Destaco 345-G squeeze action plier clamp, also known as portable or plier clamp, is used to secure material to worksurfaces in drilling, welding & milling applications. This plier clamp is suitable for carrying out applications where clamping force & repetitive movements are required. It has a carbon steel body with an overall length of 10.86 inches (27.584 cm). This squeeze action plier clamp is designed for attachment by bolting or welding the base bar to a fixture at any point along the base. It is supplied with an M10 swivel foot spindle to ensure vibration dampening & stability. This plier clamp comes with an ergonomic handle that opens the jaws up to 85 degrees for extra work clearance. This model includes a sliding jaw with a spindle. This squeeze action plier clamp is suited for workholding applications where fasteners or permanently mounted clamps are unnecessary. It incorporates an ergonomic grip and can handle loads up to 800 lb (362.87 kg). Destaco 345-G squeeze action plier clamp is machined to tight tolerances for applications that demand high precision clamping for workpiece manufacturing and repairing tasks.

Uses:

Destaco 345-G squeeze action plier clamp is suitable for plastic injection moulding, welding & assembly operations in the automotive, aerospace and food & packaging industries.

Features:

• Destaco 345-G plier clamp is supplied with an M10 swivel foot spindle that can be adjusted to accommodate materials of varying thicknesses.
• This model comes with a sliding jaw that opens up to 86 degrees for work area clearance.
• It has steel construction with zinc finish for structural rigidity & durability.

Compatible Accessories:

• Destaco 468206-M: These replacement swivel top spindles are designed for use with Destaco 345-G squeeze action plier clamp to provide a cushion between clamps & clamped items, thereby securing material to work surfaces in milling, drilling and welding applications. It provides excellent oil resistance and is LABS (silicone) free. This spindle is capable of being operated at temperatures ranging from -22 to 212 degrees Fahrenheit.

Standards and Approvals:

• Destaco 345-G squeeze action plier clamp conforms to international standards like ISO 14001:2015 & ISO 9001:2015 for ensuring environmental health & safety, and efficient performance of the clamps.

Installation:

• Destaco 345-G squeeze action plier clamp comes with a mounting bar that can be either welded or machined to a work surface for quick and secure mounting.

Frequently Asked Questions:

Q. What are plier clamps?

A. Plier clamps are designed for portable clamping applications, and hence, are also known as portable clamps. They come with jaws that are locked automatically when closing, as one or both handles are squeezed against the central position. These clamps can repeatedly accommodate workpieces of the same thickness with a single action.

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.

Q. Does Destaco supply any water resistant clamp sensors?

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

Q. What is a squeeze action plier clamp?

A. Destaco squeeze action plier clamps are manually operated squeeze style clamps that are used for various applications including plastic injection moulding, welding & assembly. They are ideal for the automotive, aerospace and food & packaging industries.

Q. What is jaw opening?

A. Jaw opening is the degree of how far the mouth of the jaws of a plier clamp can open. This indicates its maximum capacity. Destaco 325 squeeze action plier clamp features an opening angle of 85 degrees.