DESTACO 205-U Toggle Clamp, 0.74 Inch Clamp Arm, 60 lb Capacity

Destaco 205-U horizontal hold down toggle locking clamp is suitable for fastening materials / workpieces to a workbench in woodworking facilities. This manual hold down clamp is ideal for operations where there is a requirement to clamp / detach the workpiece repeatedly throughout the task. It features a U shaped bar that is designed for ensuring quick spindle adjustment along the holding bar length. This feature enables the user to adjust the toggle clamp for various sized workpieces. Furthermore, this manual toggle clamp is designed for ensuring a long life cycle when using standard clamping arms and spindles. This clamp features a curved handle with a plastic grip for providing maximum leverage while clamping and ensuring user comfort over prolonged use. Destaco 205-U horizontal hold down clamp comes with an adjustable neoprene spindle assembly that keeps the workpiece stationary throughout the operation & prevents it from loosening / slipping. The clamp's steel construction minimises damage / wear against harsh industrial environments. However, this toggle clamp is not recommended for welding applications. Destaco 205 Series clamps are also offered in stainless steel constructed, straight base U bar and flanged base solid bar style variants on Raptor Supplies.

Uses:

• Destaco 205-U clamp is designed for performing assembly operations, checking closures and woodworking applications in industrial facilities. It can also be used for food processing operations but is not recommended for machining & welding applications.

Features:

• Destaco 205-U horizontal hold down toggle locking clamp features a compact design that enables light duty clamping in tough to reach areas & confined spaces.
• This clamp has steel construction and neoprene spindle for durability, safety & ease of operation.
• It features a plastic handle that ensures maximum grip while clamping & minimises user fatigue over prolonged use.
• It has a flanged base with two pairs of mounting holes for ease of installation on flat surfaces / workbenches.
• It features a U shaped clamping bar that is designed for ensuring quick spindle adjustment along the holding bar length.
• Destaco also offers a wide range of horizontal hold down clamps in a range of configurations & styles like J hook style clamping arms, low profile T style handles & Toggle Lock Plus enabled variants.

Compatible Accessories:

• Destaco 205-U horizontal hold down clamp supports various accessories supplied by Destaco, including flat tip bonded neoprene spindle (Destaco 205208-M) and flanged washer (Destaco 105106).

Standards and Approvals:

• Destaco 205-U horizontal hold down toggle locking clamp is ISO 9001:2015 & ISO 14001:2015 certified.

Installation:

• Destaco 205-U horizontal hold down clamp has a flanged base with two pairs of mounting holes for enabling secure installation on flat surfaces / workbenches. Upon requirement, this toggle clamp can be easily removed by simply unscrewing the 4 screws using a screwdriver.

Frequently Asked Questions:

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

A. Yes, in addition to Destaco 205-U flanged base U bar variant, the brand also offers straight base U bar (Destaco 205-UB) and flanged base solid bar (Destaco 205-S) horizontal clamps.

Q. What is a horizontal hold down clamp?

A. Destaco horizontal hold down clamps have horizontally positioned handles and are designed for holding the workpiece stationary against a flat surface / workbench for industrial applications like woodworking & metalworking.

Q. How do horizontal hold down clamps work?

A. Certain U bar style clamps like Destaco 205-U toggle clamp feature a flat tip bonded neoprene spindle that is manually operated using a handle / lever. This horizontal handle movement pushes the spindle against the workpiece and prevents it from moving mid operation, thereby ensuring secure clamping.

Q. What is the difference between a vertical & horizontal toggle clamp?

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

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. 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.