Pull action latch clamps use their handles to place a clamping pull bar or hook around a latch for pulling workpieces placed vertically or horizontally to the clamp base. These clamps are suitable in latching, moulding and assembly operations requiring repetitive closing of fixtures. Destaco pull action latch clamps have fixed latch, U hook (horizontal and vertical) and J hook designs for performing many types of latching operations. Destaco 351 Seriesclamps are ideal for pull operations on workpieces that are parallel to their base. Similarly, Destaco 351 clamp is suitable for pulling a workpiece that is parallel to its base. This J hook style latch clamp is equipped with a flanged base for easy installation on a flat, horizontal surface or workpiece. It has steel construction to provide structural rigidity & durability for heavy duty usage. This clamp features an easy to use handle with a thumb control lever for convenient single handed operation. It provides a maximum holding capacity of 375 lb. Raptor Supplies also offers this clamp in a variant having stainless steel construction for corrosion resistance against abrasive environments; Toggle Lock Plus mechanism for preventing accidental opening of the clamp. You can order this latch clamp with 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 324pull action latch clamp having a vertical U hook for holding workpieces placed perpendicular to clamp base; providing a maximum holding capacity of 500 lb.
Uses:
Destaco 351 latch clamp is ideal for closing numerous fixtures like chamber & access doors, lids and covers in automobile, aerospace, transportation and food & packaging industries.
Features:
- Destaco 351 pull action latch clamp has steel construction for structural rigidity to prevent bending / breaking under rough usage.
- It offers a maximum load capacity of 375 lb.
- This clamp has a flanged base for quick installation on a flat surface / workpeice.
- It is equipped with a J hook pull bar for easy adjustment of clamp according to a workpiece.
- The clamp has an ergonomic handle with a thumb control lever for one handed operation.
- The clamp provides a max hook adjustment of 0.43 inches and an exerting force (pushing) to applied force (pulling) ratio of 21:1.
- Drawing movements of the clamp with and without thumb control are 2.75 and 4.17 inches, respectively.
Compatible Accessories:
- Raptor Supplies can deliver Destaco 351 clamp parts, such as hook assembly (351215) and thumb control lever (351-ZB1) for replacing its worn out or faulty parts.
Standards and Approvals:
- Destaco 351 clamp complies with ISO 9001:2015 & ISO 14001:2015 industry standards for environmental health, user safety and efficient performance of the clamp.
Installation:
- Destaco 351 clamp can be mounted on a horizontal surface / workpiece using two threaded holes on either side of its base.
Frequently Asked Questions:
Q. What other variants of Destaco 351 pull action latch clamp are available on Raptor Supplies?
A. Raptor Supplies can deliver similar clamp variants, such as Destaco 351-SS latch clamp having stainless steel construction for corrosion resistance against abrasive conditions. We also supply Destaco 351-B clamp having narrow flange base for installation in compact spaces.
Q. Is Destaco 351 latch clamp available in different hook lengths?
A. Destaco supplies similar latch clamps having different hook lengths of 25 mm longer than standard length (351-M-25), 50 mm longer than standard length (351-M-50) and 100 mm longer than standard hook length (351-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. Raptor Supplies offers Destaco 351-R latch clamp having Toggle Lock Plus feature to prevent its accidental opening during the operation.
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 an equipment or sheet metal on the assembly line or during similar manufacturing processes.
Q. What does the red colour of the handle of Destaco clamps mean?
A. The red coloured handles alert the user about the location of the operating handle and when he should grab it. The red colour has no additional advantage to the working of the clamps.
