Vertical hold down clampsfeature a straight / T handle positioned perpendicular to the base in locked position to push the clamping arm or the attached spindle against the workpieces. These clamps accommodate spindles for preventing workpieces from loosening or slipping and keeping them stationary throughout the operation. These toggle clamps are a suitable choice for operations requiring repeated clamping or detaching of the workpieces. Destaco 201 Series vertical hold down clamps are used to hold workpieces against flat surfaces in woodworking, light machining, assembly, fixture checking, testing & closure operations. These clamps are the smallest series of the Destaco's vertical hold down clamps to save space during installations and operations. They are equipped with U shaped clamping bars that enable quick spindle adjustments along the holding bar lengths. These U bar clamps allow the users to adjust the toggle clamps according to various sized workpieces. Destaco 201-TU manual toggle clamp has steel construction for structural rigidity and minimising damage / wear due to abrasive conditions. It has a T shaped handle to provide grip while holding. This clamp has a flanged base with threaded mounting holes for quick installation / removal on a flat, horizontal surface / workpiece. It has steel construction for ensuring long life and minimising damage / wear against abrasive conditions & heavy duty use. Raptor Supplies also offers these clamps in variants having stainless steel construction, straight base and straight vertical handle for ease of use in applications of varying requirements.
Uses:
- This Destaco 201-TU vertical hold down clamp is used in aerospace, consumer goods, automotive, transportation and food & packaging industries for assembly & testing, checking fixtures and woodworking operations. It can also be used for closing various fixtures like lids, chamber / access doors and covers.
Features:
- Destaco 201-TU vertical hold down clamp has steel construction for strength, durability and preventing bending / breaking under heavy loads.
- It comes with a neoprene spindle, providing a maximum holding capacity of 100 lb.
- This clamp has flanged base mounting for easy installation on flat surfaces / workpieces.
- It has U bar for allowing spindle adjustment along the holding bar length, thereby accommodating various sized workpieces.
- This clamp is equipped with a vertical handle that opens up to 55 degrees for opening the clamp bar up to 100 degrees.
- It has a brightly coloured T handle that ensures easy gripping and minimises user fatigue over prolonged use.
- This clamp has a height of 0.63 inches and clamp arm length of 1.01 inches.
- This clamp has the lowest profile of all the Destaco vertical hold down clamps.
Compatible Accessories:
- Raptor Supplies delivers Destaco 305208-M flat tip bonded neoprene spindle for holding down workpieces.
- Destaco offers replacement parts and accessories for Destaco 201-TU manual clamp like flanged washer (102111) for secure attachment of spindle.
Standards and Approvals:
- Destaco 201-TU vertical hold down clamp is manufactured in compliance with ISO 9001:2015 & ISO 14001:2015 industry standards for environmental health, safety and efficient performance of the clamp.
Installation:
- Destaco 201-TU hold down clamp has two pairs of threaded holes on the base for secure installation on the workpieces or flat surfaces.
- The clamp can be removed by unscrewing using a simple screwdriver.
Frequently Asked Questions:
Q. What other variants of Destaco 201-TU clamp are available on Raptor Supplies?
A. In addition to this variant having flanged base & T handle, Raptor Supplies also offers straight base & straight handle (Destaco 201-UB) and flanged base & straight handle (Destaco 201-U) style vertical clamps as well. For more variants related to Destaco 201-TU clamp, visit Destaco 201 Series clamps page on our website.
Q. What does holding capacity mean in terms of clamps?
A. The holding force or the holding capacity depicts the clamp's ideal capability to hold down equipment or sheet metal on assembly lines or during similar manufacturing processes.
Q. What is the difference between a vertical & horizontal toggle clamp?
A. The difference lies in the orientation of the clamp handle when the clamp is in the locked position. A vertical clamp handle is vertically oriented (perpendicular to the base) when in locked position, while in the case of a horizontal toggle clamp, it is horizontally oriented (parallel to the base).
Q. How do vertical hold down clamps work?
A. Certain U bar style clamps, such as Destaco 201-TU, feature a flat tip bonded neoprene spindle that is manually operated using a vertical handle / lever. This handle movement pushes the spindle against the workpiece and prevents it from moving mid operation, thereby ensuring secure clamping.
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.
