Vertical hold down clampsare suitable for pushing the clamping arm and the attached spindle assemy against the workpieces using a straight handle that is positioned perpendicular to the base (when in locked position). These manual clamps are used for clamping or detaching the workpieces throughout the operations. Destaco 91090 vertical hold down clamps feature an open, U shaped clamping bar to accommodate spindle accessories and arm extensions. This clamp is used to hold a workpiece against a flat surface for checking fixtures, light machining, assembly, testing & woodworking operations. It is equipped with a front flange mount for installation on vertical surfaces at the front side of the clamp. This saves space when horizontal surface mounting of the clamp is not possible. It has steel construction for minimising breaking, bending, damage or wear due to abrasive conditions or heavy duty usage. This clamp provides a maximum holding capacity of 385 lb. Raptor Supplies also offers these clamps with front flanged mounting in a variant having 1000 lb maximum holding capacity (Destaco 528-F).
Uses:
- This Destaco 91090 vertical hold down clamp is used for checking fixtures, light machining, assembly / testing and woodworking applications in consumer goods, aerospace, automotive, transportation and food & packaging industries. This clamp is also ideal for holding and closing chamber / access doors, lids, drums, containers & vessels.
Features:
- Destaco 91090 vertical hold down clamp has steel construction for structural rigidity, durability, providing a maximum holding capacity of 385 lb.
- It is integrated with a front flanged base for installation on the front vertical surface of the clamp.
- This clamp has open U clamping bar for attaching various spindle accessories and arm extensions.
- The clamp has a clamp arm lengthn of 1.31 inches and height of 2.72 inches.
- It comes with a straight vertical handle that rotates 60 degrees to open the clamp bar up to 100 degrees.
- The handle provides an ergonomical grip and is red coloured for greater visibility.
Compatible Accessories:
- Raptor Supplies delivers Destaco 507208-M flat tip bonded neoprene spindle for holding down workpieces by attaching to clamp arm of Destaco 91090 clamp.
- Destaco also offers replacement parts and accessories like flanged washer (507107) for secure attachment of spindle to the clamp arm.
Standards and Approvals:
- Destaco 91090 vertical hold down clamp is manufactured in compliance with ISO 9001:2015 & ISO 14001:2015 industrial standards for user safety, environmental health and superior performance of the clamp.
Installation:
- Destaco 91090 hold down clamp is securely mounted to the workpieces or flat surfaces using two pairs of threaded holes on the base.
- The clamp can be easily removed after use by simply unscrewing it using a screwdriver.
Frequently Asked Questions:
Q. What other variants of Destaco 91090 clamp are available on Raptor Supplies?
A. Raptor Supplies offers similar front flange mounted clamps, providing a holding capacity of 1000 lb (528-F).
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 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, such as woodworking & metalworking.
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. Certain U bar style clamps, such as Destaco 91090, 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. Does the red colour of the handle signify anything?
A. The red coloured handles alert the user of 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. Does Destaco sell manual clamps in handle colours other than red?
A. Yes, Destaco can supply manual clamps with a diverse range of coloured handles according to customer requirements. Destaco also offers special grips without the Destaco logo upon request.