DESTACO 620-M Straight Line Action Clamp, Steel, Metric, Flanged Base, 600 lb

Uses:

• This Destaco 620-M straight line action clamp is used during testing, woodworking, assembly & tensioning operations in the aerospace, transportation, automotive and food & packaging industries.

Features:

• Destaco 620-M straight line action clamp is equipped with a round plunger having M10 (metric) thread, 1.7 inch height and 1.11 inch travel limit.
• It has flange base mounting style for installation on horizontal surfaces and flat workpieces.
• This clamp is constructed of steel for providing strength & durability and holding a maximum load of 600 lb.
• It has an easy to hold, ergonomic grip handle that minimises user fatigue over prolonged usage.
• The clamp handle rotates downwards & upwards up to 101 degrees for advancing or retracting the plunger.
• This clamp can be locked only in extended position for user convenience.
• The clamp has an exerting force (pushing) to applied force (pulling) ratio of 44:1.

Compatible Accessories:

• Raptor Supplies offers Destaco 210203-M hex-head spindle for clamping workpieces securely using the Destaco 620-M clamp.

Standards and Approvals:

• Destaco 620-M straight line action clamp is manufactured in compliance with industrial standards like ISO 9001:2015 & ISO 14001:2015 for environmental health, user safety and efficient performance of the clamp.

Installation:

• Destaco 620-M straight line action clamp is securely mounted to workpieces or flat surfaces using two threaded holes on both sides of the clamp base.
• When required, this clamp can be easily removed by using a screwdriver to unscrew the screws from the threaded mounting holes on the flanged base.

Frequently Asked Questions:

Q. What other variants of Destaco 620-M manual clamp are available on Raptor Supplies?

A. Raptor Supplies offers a similar clamp variant having 3/8-16 imperial threaded plunger (Destaco 620) for secure installation of imperially threaded spindle.

Q. How does a straight line action clamp work?

A. A straight line action clamp is manually operated using a handle / lever to push or pull a plunger against the workpiece and prevent it from moving mid-operation, thereby ensuring secure clamping operation.

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

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

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

A. The red coloured handles alert the operator about the location of the operating handle and also indicate the time when he should grab it.

Q. Does Destaco sell manual clamps in handle colours other than red?

A. Yes, Destaco can supply manual clamps in a wide range of coloured handles according to customer requirements. Destaco also offers special grips without Destaco logo upon request.

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

A. Coupling greases like Mobil XTC are recommended for use with the brand's mechanical clamps.

Q. Can the red handles of the Destaco clamps be removed?

A. Most Destaco clamps feature grips that can be easily removed by simply sliding them off. But some handle grips undergo vinyl dipping to fit the underlying handle and hence, have to be cut off for removing.

Q. Are Destaco clamps load-rated for hoisting and / or lifting applications?

A. No, Destaco clamps are not designed for hoisting or lifting applications, keeping in view safety & security of operation.

Q. Are Destaco clamps constructed of rust resistant materials?

A. All Destaco carbon steel clamps are zinc plated to withstand and minimise wear & tear due to harsh industrial environments. Destaco also supplies stainless steel clamps for using them in applications which require clamping operations in outdoor conditions.