DESTACO 601-M Straight Line Action Clamp, M4 Plunger Thread, Steel, 100 lb

Straight line action clampshold objects or workpieces securely by moving the clamp plungers along their axis using straight line toggle or push / pull clamping action. These clamps can be locked in both extended and retracted positions to be used as both pull as well as push clamps. They are ideal for use in testing, fixturing, CNC machining, soldering and many other applications in the aerospace, automotive and food & packaging industries. Destaco 601 Series clamps are the smallest of Destaco's straight line clamps, having a compact design to reduce space requirement for clamp installation & operation. They feature handles to push or pull their round sliding plungers for holding workpieces. These clamps feature a flanged base for easy mounting. This Destaco 601-M straight line action clamp has metric internal threadings for quick fastening of the plunger. It is further constructed of steel for strength, durability and protection from abrasion related wear & tear.Raptor Supplies also offers manual clamps having similar specifications in stainless steel construction for corrosion resistance, having imperial external threaded plunger for secure clamping.

Uses:

• This Destaco 601-M straight line action clamp is useful for glueing, checking & welding fixtures, soldering and testing & tensioning and other operations in the aerospace, automotive, transportation and food & packaging industries.

Features:

• Destaco 601-M straight line action clamp has flanged base mounting style and offers a maximum holding capacity of 100 lb.
• It has steel construction for strength and durability in heavy duty operations.
• This clamp also have a round plunger with M4 (Metric) thread and 0.63 inch travel limit.
• It has an exerting force (pushing) to applied force (pulling) ratio of 14:1 / 25:1 and plunger height of 0.5 inch.
• It also has an easy to hold, ergonomic grip handle that minimises user fatigue over prolonged usage.
• The clamp can be locked in both retracted and extended positions for user convenience.

Compatible Accessories:

• Raptor Supplies offers a flat-tip bonded neoprene spindle (205208-M) to fit into the plunger of Destaco 601-M clamp for secure holding of the workpieces.

Standards and Approvals:

• Destaco 601-M straight line action clamp adheres to international standards like ISO 9001:2015 & ISO 14001:2015 to ensure environmental health, user safety and efficient performance of the clamp.

Installation:

• Destaco 601-M straight line action clamp is mounted to the surfaces / workpieces using threaded holes on the base of the clamp for secure installation.

Frequently Asked Questions:

Q. What other variants of Destaco 601-M clamp are available on Raptor Supplies?

A. Raptor Supplies also offers these manual clamps with #8-32 (imperial) internal thread (601) and with 1/4-20 (imperial) external thread (601-O) for secure holding of workpieces. For more variants related to Destaco 601-M clamp, refer to Destaco 601 Series Clamps page on our website.

Q. What does holding capacity mean in terms of clamps?

A. The term "holding capacity" or the holding force indicates the capability of the clamp to hold down the equipment, workpiece or a sheet metal on the assembly line or during other manufacturing processes.

Q. Does the red colour of the handle signify anything on Destaco clamps?

A. The red coloured handles alerts the operator about the location of the operating handle and the time he should grab it.

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.

Q. How to choose a right straight line action clamp?

A. Destaco clamps feature flange base mounting for easy installation and steel & stainless steel constructions for strength & corrosion resistance. These clamps are offered in diverse holding capacities to withstand the maximum external force that a locked clamp can handle without getting deformed permanently. The straight line action clamps also have external / internal plunger threadings in the imperial or metric variants for secure installation. The customers should also take note of the distance travelled by clamp plungers while purchasing an appropriate clamp for their use.

Q. How do straight line action clamps work?

A. Straight line action clamps are manually operated using levers or handles for pushing clamp plungers against the workpieces and holding them securely. The handles are generally rotated upwards or downwards for pushing or pulling the clamp plungers.

Q. Are Destaco clamps corrosion resistant?

A. All of the Destaco carbon steel clamps are zinc plated to resist wear & tear due to harsh industrial environments and provide rust resistance as well. Destaco also supplies stainless steel clamps for applications requiring clamping in outdoor conditions.

Q. Can Destaco clamps handle hoisting and / or lifting applications?

A. No, Destaco clamps are load-rated only for clamping applications. They are not designed for use in lifting or hoisting applications.