DESTACO 325-SS Hold Down Action Clamp, 1.78 Inch Jaw Width, 800 lb

Destaco 325-SS squeeze action stainless steel clamp is designed for holding workpieces in manufacturing and automotive facilities. This squeeze action clamp is suitable for quick & flexible clamping in high workload environments. This hold down action clamp is ideal for moulding operations & checking closures for lids, doors & covers. It features stainless steel construction that offers high impact strength and minimises wear against highly abrasive conditions & outdoor environments. This squeeze action stainless steel clamp features a movable jaw that can swing up to 90 degrees, completely out of the way, for easily clamping varied sized workpieces. The clamp's metal handle features an easy to hold, insulated plastic grip that ensures user comfort & safety for prolonged usage. For adjusting the clamping jaw to various workpieces, it features a hex head style spindle that can be easily adjusted on site. This clamp is designed for attachment by welding the top or front of the base to a container or a cover.

Uses:

• Destaco 325-SS squeeze action stainless steel clamp is designed for moulding operations & checking closures for lids, doors & covers.

Features:

• Destaco 325-SS hold down action clamp features a movable jaw that can swing up to 90 degrees, completely out of the way, for easily clamping varied sized workpieces by providing maximum clamping clearance.
• It features stainless steel construction that offers high impact strength and minimises wear against highly abrasive conditions & outdoor environments.
• Destaco hold down action clamp's metal handle features an easy to hold, insulated plastic grip that ensures user comfort & safety for prolonged usage.
• For adjusting the clamping jaw to various workpieces, it features a hex head style spindle that can be easily adjusted on site.
• Destaco hold down action clamp is designed for attachment by welding the top or front of the base to a container or a cover.
• User can also choose from a wide variety of squeeze action plier clamps that are available in a range of configurations & styles, quick release & screw locking mechanisms, swivel, hex head bolt & flat cushion neoprene spindle variants.

Compatible Accessories:

• Destaco 325943-M hex head spindle assembly is available for replacing broken / worn out spindles on Destaco 325-SS squeeze action stainless steel clamp.

Standards and Approvals:

• Destaco 325-SS squeeze action stainless steel clamp is manufactured in compliance with industry standards like ISO 9001:2015 & ISO 14001:2015.

Installation:

• Destaco 325-SS squeeze action stainless steel clamp features a 90 degree opening jaw & single handle arrangement. Users can pull the handle backwards which in turn shifts the jaw back by 90 degrees. The clamp then can be guided onto the workpiece and the jaw can be moved back in place by moving the handle forward.

Frequently Asked Questions:

Q. Does the brand offer squeeze action plier clamps in other styles?

A. Yes, in addition to Destaco 325-SS squeeze action plier clamp (with single adjustable spindle), Destaco 462-2 clamp having dual adjustable spindles is also available.

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 operations in the automotive, aerospace and food & packaging industries.

Q. How do squeeze action plier clamps work?

A. Some squeeze action clamps, such as Destaco 325-SS, feature a 90 degree opening jaw & single handle arrangement. Users can pull the handle backwards which in turn shifts the jaw back by 90 degrees. The clamp then can be guided onto the workpiece and jaw can be moved back in place by moving the handle forward.

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 the equipment or sheet metal on the assembly line or during any other manufacturing process.

Q. Which grease is recommended for use with Destaco clamps when rebuilding?

A. For ensuring smooth operation & durability of mechanical clamps, it is recommended to use a coupling grease like Mobil XTC.

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

A. The red coloured handles alert the user about 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. What is manual clamping?

A. Unlike straight line action pneumatic clamps, regular manual style clamps from Destaco feature separate handles for engaging the plunger to hold the workpiece in place.

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 clamps are also available.

Q. Is clamp a tool?

A. Clamps are application flexible tools that hold workpieces securely in its place for temporary operations. They are used in a range of applications like furniture making, metalworking, construction, carpentry and welding.