DESTACO 484 Squeeze Action Clamp, 1200 lb Holding Capacity, Steel

Destaco 484 squeeze action clamp, also known as toggle clamp, is used to firmly grasp objects and is designed for quick & flexible clamping in welding & assembling applications in the aerospace, automotive and food & packaging industries. It features jaws that are automatically locked while closing and one or both the handles are squeezed against the central position to hold workpieces tightly. The plier clamp is supplied with 1 or 2 adjustable spindles to secure materials to work surfaces and offer convenience of one hand opening with trigger release function. Destaco squeeze action clamp is drop forged in alloy steel for increased strength and is machined to close tolerances for a maximum holding capacity of 1200 lb. The action clamp has wider jaws than many Destaco plier clamps (up to 3.83 inch jaw width) and is provided with vinyl grip handles for safety & comfort of the operator. It can accommodate hex head spindle accessories for high performance workholding, automation and containment solutions.

Uses:

Destaco 484 squeeze action clamp offers a wide combination of features, making it adaptable to applications such as assembling, welding and plastic injection molding in the aerospace, automotive and food & packaging industries.

Features:

• Destaco 484 squeeze action clamp has drop forged alloy steel construction for exceptional strength.
• The clamp comes with a two-way release lever for fast opening of the clamp.
• It is provided with vinyl grip handles for safety & comfort of the operator.
• It is supplied with a swivel foot spindle and hex head adjustment spindle for multiple applications.
• It offers wide jaw capacity (up to 3.83 inch width) when closed.
• This Destaco 484 squeeze action clamp is capable of handling load ratings up to 1200 lb.

Compatible Accessories:

• Destaco 468206-M & 210203-M: These swivel foot (468206-M) and hex head (210203-M) spindles are designed to provide high-performance workholding, automation and containment solutions. These spindles include jam nuts for permitting clamping distance adjustments.

Standards and Approvals:

Destaco 484 squeeze action clamp meets international standards like ISO 14001:2015 & ISO 9001:2015 to ensure environmental health, utmost user safety and quality performance of the clamp.

Installation:

• Destaco 484 squeeze action clamp has a base that is configured with threaded holes for quick and secure mounting.
• It can be attached to work surfaces by welding.

Frequently Asked Questions:

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. How does a plier clamp work?

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

Q. What is a toggle clamp used for?

A. Destaco toggle clamps are used to secure parts or components in place during the production process. They can be quickly turned Off or On by the operators.

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, 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 does holding capacity mean 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 colour of the clamp's handle, as it only 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.