Pull action latch clamps provide a strong closing force for repetitively closing & opening doors & lids in latching, moulding and assembly operations. They are equipped with a handle that places & presses down a clamping pull bar or hook around the opposing latch attached to a workpiece. These clamps are generally available in fixed latch, U-hook (horizontal and vertical) and J-hook types. Destaco 341 Series clampsare used to pull workpieces that are parallel to the base. These clamps offer a powerful closing force for positive holding and a thumb control lever for convenient single handed operation. Destaco 341-R clamp is integrated with Toggle Lock Plus feature to act as a secondary locking mechanism and prevent accidental disconnection of the clamp. This horizontal U-Hook style latch clamp has steel construction for structural rigidity and preventing bending / breaking due to heavy duty usage. Raptor Supplies offers these 341 Series clamps in variants having stainless steel construction for corrosion resistance; without Toggle Lock Plus mechanism for reducing operating costs. You can order these latch clamps in variants having longer hooks (25, 50 & 100 mm), by simply adding -M-25, -M-50 or -M-100 at the end of the model number.
We also offer Destaco 344 Seriespull action latch clamps having vertical U hook for holding workpieces perpendicular to the base.
Uses:
Destaco 341-R latch clamp is suitable for holding moulds, assembly and latching operations. It is also used for closing chamber doors, lids and vessels in food & packaging and consumer goods, aerospace & automotive industries.
Features:
- Destaco 341-R pull action latch clamp is integrated with Toggle Lock Plus mechanism to prevent accidental opening of the clamp.
- This clamp has threaded U hook (horizontal) pull bar for easy adjustment of workpieces.
- It has steel construction for strength & durability, providing a maximum holding capacity of 2000 lb.
- Vinyl coated handle with patented thumb control lever allows single-handed operation of the clamp.
- It comes with a latch plate (341005) for tight closure on pressing the pull bar.
- This clamp has flanged base mounting style for installation on horizontal surfaces.
- The clamp has exerting force (pushing) to applied force (pulling) ratio of 29:1.
- Drawing movement of the clamp without thumb control is 3.08 inches and max hook adjustment is 0.76 inches.
Compatible Accessories:
- Raptor Supplies delivers Destaco hook assembly (341215) and thumb control lever (341-ZB1) for replacing Destaco 341-R clamp's worn out or faulty parts.
Standards and Approvals:
- Destaco 341-R clamp is designed in compliance with ISO 9001:2015 & ISO 14001:2015 industry standards for ensuring environmental health, user safety and efficient performance of the clamps.
Installation:
- Threaded holes on the base & latch plate help in quick & easy mounting of Destaco 341-R clamp for pulling doors or lids.
Frequently Asked Questions:
Q. Does Destaco 341-R pull action latch clamp come in other variants with similar specifications?
A. Destaco supplies similar latch clamps in stainless steel construction for corrosion resistance (331-RSS). This clamp is also offered in variants without Destaco Toggle Lock Plus feature to reduce the operating costs of the clamps (341).
Q. Is Destaco 341-R latch clamp available in different hook lengths?
A. Destaco supplies similar latch clamps having different hook lengths of 25 mm longer than standard length (341-R-M-25), 50 mm longer than standard length (341-R-M-50) and 100 mm longer than standard hook length (341-R-M-100).
Q. How do latch clamps work?
A. These pull action latch clamps has 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 equipment or sheet metal on the assembly line or during similar manufacturing processes.
