DESTACO 3051-R Pull Action Latch Clamp, Toggle Lock Plus, Steel, 1500 lb

Destaco 3051-R pull action latch clamp is used to repetitively close & open doors, lids or covers in latching, moulding and assembly operations. This clamp is equipped with a J-hook and a patented thumb control lever to improve productivity and a quick & safe, one-handed operation. It features controlled motion and a lock-out hole for the clamp to stay out of the way during its intuitive clamp hook / arm movement. This controlled latch clamp is made up of steel for high strength and reducing breaking or clamp failure under heavy loads. The clamp ensures a level safety and utility owing to its controlled hook motion. This clamp also have Destaco Toggle Lock Plus feature for increased safety and maintaining over-center locking condition. This Toggle Lock Plus mechanism also prevents the clamps from being accidentally or unintentionally opened. Raptor Supplies offers Destaco 3051latch clamp without Destaco Toggle Lock Plus feature for reducing operating costs in operations where this secondary lock mechanism is not required. We can also deliver Destaco 3031 Series pull action latch clamps having similar specifications with a maximum holding capacity of 200 lb.

Uses:

• Destaco 3051-R latch clamp is ideal for various assembly & moulding operations and more in the aerospace, transportation, automotive and food & packaging industries. This clamp is also used to hold and close chamber doors, lids, covers and access doors.

Features:

• Destaco 3051-R pull action latch clamp has steel construction for exceptional structural rigidity and durability to prevent bending / breaking under heavy loads.
• It features flanged base mounting type for easy installation on any surface; provides a maximum holding capacity of 1500 lb.
• This clamp is equipped with a threaded J-hook pull bar for easy adjustment.
• It is integrated with a patented thumb control lever for one-handed operation.
• Drawing movement of clamp without thumb control is 0.75 inches and max hook adjustment is 0.55 inches.
• The clamp ratio of exerting force (pushing) to applied force (pulling) is 12:1.
• It comes with an integrated lock-out hole and a fixed stop for locking & limiting handle movements.
• This clamp offers an ergonomical & oil-resistant vinyl handle for tight closure of the clamp by pressing it down, thereby minimising user fatigue over prolonged usage and preventing user's hand from slipping mid operation.
• It has Toggle Lock Plus mechanism to prevent accidental opening due to vibrations.
• The elevation of the latch point does not affect the clamp's over-center condition.

Compatible Accessories:

• Raptor Supplies can deliver Destaco replacement hook assembly (3051208) for replacing Destaco 3051-R clamp's worn out or faulty hook.

Standards and Approvals:

• Destaco 3051-R clamp ensures good environmental health, enhanced safety and efficient performance of the clamp while adhering to international standards like ISO 9001:2015 and ISO 14001:2015.

Installation:

• The Destaco 3051-R pull action latch clamp is mounted on a flanged base with two pairs of threaded mounting holes for secure installation on flat surfaces / workpieces.

Frequently Asked Questions:

Q. Does Destaco offers other variants of manual clamps with similar specifications as Destaco 3051-R pull action latch clamp?

A. Raptor Supplies can deliver Destaco 3051-RSS latch clamp having stainless steel construction for corrosion resistance under harsh environmental conditions and 3051 latch clamp without Toggle Lock Plus mechanism. For more variants related to Destaco 3051-R clamp, refer to the Destaco 3051 Series Clamps page on our website.

Q. What are the benefits of using Toggle Lock Plus feature in Destaco manual clamps?

A. The Destaco Toggle Lock Plus mechanism acts as a secondary latching mechanism for ensuring that the clamps stay in the over-centre toggle lock condition. This feature is useful when fixture of the clamp is kept inverted, or in motion, or kept in a vibratory environment. It provides a superior level of safety for the user and the workpiece.

Q. What does the term "holding capacity" signify in Destaco clamps?

A. The term "holding capacity" or holding force specifies the capability of the clamp to hold an equipment, workpiece or a sheet metal in assembly line or other manufacturing processes.

Q. How do latch clamps work?

A. These pull action latch clamps depend mainly on three components - a handle to operate the tool, a clamping arm to act as contact point between the work item & the clamp and a base to attach the clamp to the surface. The clamp handle requires a horizontal pull once the simple linkage system of the clamp is put in over-centre position, for creating a force parallel to the base and for holding a work item.

Q. How to select 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, providing 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 the workpiece in its farthest position, before choosing a latch clamp.