DESTACO 331-M-50 Latch Clamp, Steel, Horizontal U Hook, 8.56 Inch Length, 720 lb

Pull action latch clamps are used to regularly close & open fixtures / workpieces while performing latching, moulding and assembly operations. They are equipped with a handle that attaches / places a clamping pull bar or hook around an opposing workpiece / latch plate (placed horizontally or vertically to its clamp base). Destaco pull action latch clamps are available in fixed latch, U hook (horizontal and vertical) and J hook designs for pulling or closing fixtures. Destaco 331 Series clampsfeature a horizontal U hook pull bar to close a workpiece that is positioned parallel to the clamp base. Their handles are equipped with a thumb control lever for a convenient single handed operation. Destaco 331-M-50 clamp has a 50 mm longer U hook than standard U hook clamps for pulling a workpiece at a greater length. It has a flanged base mounting style for quick installation on a flat, horizontal surface / workpiece. This latch clamp has steel construction for structural rigidity to prevent bending or breaking under heavy loads (maximum 720 lb). Raptor Supplies also offers this clamp in variants having stainless steel construction for corrosion resistance; Toggle Lock Plus mechanism for secondary locking of the clamp to prevent its accidental opening. You can order these latch clamps in different hook lengths (standard length, 25mm longer than standard length & 100 mm longer than standard length), by simply removing -M-50 or adding -M-25 & -M-100 at the end of the model number.
We also offer Destaco 334-M-50pull action latch clamp having a maximum holding capacity of 1000 lb and a vertical U hook for pulling a workpiece placed perpendicular to its clamp base.

Uses:

Destaco 331-M-50 latch clamp is ideal for performing latching operations on fixtures, such as chamber doors, lids & access covers in automotive, consumer goods, aerospace and food & packaging industries.

Features:

• Destaco 331-M-50 pull action latch clamp is equipped with a horizontal U hook (threaded) pull bar for easy adjustment according to a workpiece.
• This U hook is 50 mm longer in length than the standard U hook to pull workpieces at a greater length.
• This clamp offers a maximum load capacity of 720 lb.
• It is made of steel to withstand regular wear & tear due to rough usage.
• This clamp has a flanged base for quick mounting on a horizontal workpiece / surface.
• Its ergonomic handle is equipped with a patented thumb control lever for one handed operation.
• The clamp comes with a latch plate for support & secure attachment of a workpiece to its hook.

Compatible Accessories:

• Raptor Supplies delivers Destaco latch plate (331005) for secure attachment of Destaco 331-M-50 clamp to a workpiece.
• Replacement accessories, such as Destaco hook assembly (331215-M-50) and thumb control lever (330-ZB1) are used to replace the faulty or worn out parts of the clamp.

Standards and Approvals:

• Destaco 331-M-50 clamp is designed in accordance with ISO 9001:2015 & ISO 14001:2015 specifications for environmental health, user safety and efficient performance of the clamp.

Installation:

• Destaco 331-M-50 clamp features threaded mounting holes on its base & latch plate for quick installation on a flat, horizontal workpiece / surface.

Frequently Asked Questions:

Q. Does Raptor Supplies offer manual clamps with similar specifications as Destaco 331-M-50 clamp in other variants?

A. Raptor Supplies offers similar clamp variants, such as Destaco 331-M-100 latch clamp having Destaco Toggle Lock Plus mechanism for preventing accidental opening of the clamp. We can also deliver Destaco 331-SS-M-50 latch clamp having stainless steel construction for corrosion resistance and durability.

Q. Is Destaco 331-M-50 latch clamp available in different hook lengths?

A. Destaco supplies similar latch clamps in different hook lengths, such as standard length (331), 25 mm longer than standard length (331-M-25) and 100 mm longer than standard hook length (331-M-100).

Q. How do latch clamps work?

A. These pull action latch clamps have a handle to operate the tool, a clamping arm to act as a contact point between the work item & the clamp and a base to attach the clamp to the surface. Once the simple linkage system of the clamp is put in the over-centre position, the handle is moved for creating a force parallel to the base to hold the work items.

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

A. Many of the Destaco manual clamps come with the Toggle Lock Plus feature to act as a secondary locking mechanism and ensure the over-centre toggle lock condition of the clamps. This mechanism is essential when fixtures of the clamp are in motion, in a vibratory environment or are inverted. It offers an extra level of safety for the user and the workpiece.

Q. Which grease is recommended to be used 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. What does holding capacity mean in terms of clamps?

A. The holding capacity or the holding force depicts the clamp's capability to hold down the equipment or a sheet metal on the assembly line or during similar manufacturing processes.