DESTACO 385-M-50 Pull Action Latch Clamp, 7500 lb Holding Capacity, U Hook

Destaco 385-M-50 pull action latch clamp mounts to work surfaces and holds workpieces together. The clamp has a lever that promptly locks a rubber stopper in place against the work surface, to secure objects tightly for drilling, welding, milling or woodworking applications. When securing material to a work surface, this vertical handle toggle clamp offers a stationary alternative to removable C clamps or spring clamps. It needs little effort for locking & unlocking, and provides a pin connection that resists movement in different directions while allowing rotation of the clamp about its axis. Destaco 385-M-50 pull action latch clamp holds workpieces in place with a lever handle that is pushed to the upright position when the clamp is engaged and is pressed down to reach the locked position. This latch clamp is equipped with a unique pivot & lever system for optimum precision while clamping and is capable of holding loads up to 7500 lb. Destaco pull action latch clamp comes with a flanged base featuring threaded holes to allow secure installation and has an ergonomically designed handle to ensure minimum operator fatigue and quick clamping operations. This closing clamp is supplied with a threaded U hook for easy adjustment. Its steel construction ensures structural rigidity & corrosion resistance and is suitable for holding and closing chamber doors, lids, covers & access doors.

Uses:

Destaco 385-M-50 pull action latch clamp is equipped with a broad combination of features, making it ideal for applications such as securing, holding & moulding doors, lids, access covers, drums, containers & vessels. They are used in the aerospace, automotive and food & packaging industries.

Features:

• Destaco 385-M-50 pull action latch clamp features a maximum holding capacity of 7500 lb to handle heavy duty latching applications on moulds, doors, lids and covers.
• It comes with a patented thumb control lever for one-handed operation and threaded U-bolt hook (horizontal style) for easy adjustment.
• This pull action latch clamp includes a flanged base for allowing easy mounting to a flat surface or a worktable.
• The all steel construction ensures durability and structural rigidity.
• An optional latch plate can be used for additional safety.

Compatible Accessories:

• Destaco 385102: These Destaco latch plates feature a cleat on top for ease-of-use and adding functionality to Destaco 385-M-50 pull action latch clamp. They feature stainless steel construction to resist corrosion.

Standards and Approvals:

• Destaco 385-M-50 pull action latch clamp meets international standards like ISO 14001:2015 & ISO 9001:2015 to ensure environmental health, utmost user safety and efficient performance of the clamp.

Installation:

• Destaco 385-M-50 pull action latch clamp features a flanged base with holes that allow easy & quick mounting of the workpiece on the fixture plate.

Frequently Asked Questions:

Q. Are these Destaco clamps available with longer hooks?

A. Yes, Destaco offers these clamps with longer hooks (models ending with -M-25, -M-50 or -M-100) that are 25, 50 or 100 mm longer than the standard length.

Q. What is the importance of a latch clamp?

A. Destaco latch clamps firmly hold down workpieces and keep them stationary, without being interrupted by recurring movements of the project you are working on.

Q. Does Destaco offer latches separately for clamps?

A. Yes, Destaco offers latch plates to easily replace worn out or obsolete latches, thereby ensuring that projects do not suffer. These latch plates are available in carbon steel and stainless steel variants.

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 the brand's clamp handle colour mean anything?

A. No, Destaco clamp handle colours do not offer any real significance. They help operators to recognise where the operating handle is, and when or where it should be grabbed while clamping the workpieces.

Q. Can Destaco's red handles be removed from their clamps?

A. In general, Destaco handle grips can be detached by sliding them off. However, some grips have to be cut off as they are vinyl dipped to fit the contour of the underlying handle design.

Q. How to choose the right type of latch clamp?

A. Destaco clamps feature steel or stainless steel construction and are available in flange & narrow flange base mounting styles for easy installation. They are offered in varying holding capacities, indicating the maximum external force that a clamp can resist safely (in locked position), without getting deformed permanently. Also, one should calculate the distance between the clamping plate and workpiece in its farthest position, before choosing a latch clamp.

Q. What does clamping pressure mean?

A. The holding power of a toggle clamp is a crucial factor to take into account before starting an application. The operator has to place the right amount of pressure on the workpiece while clamping. We suggest not to exceed the recommended pressure because it may tremendously damage your workpiece. In addition, too little weight is also not ideal.