DESTACO 375-M-50 Latch Clamp, Horizontal U Hook, 12.16 Inch Length, 4000 lb

Pull Action Latch clamps are ideal for closing & opening fixtures / workpieces repetitively during latching, moulding and assembly operations. These horizontal or vertical pulling devices are available in fixed latch, U hook (horizontal and vertical) and J hook styles for pulling / closing the workopieces. Destaco 375 Seriespull action latch clamps feature an easy to use handle to attach a horizontal U hook to an opposing workpiece latch / cleat (placed parallel to the clamp base). These clamp handles are integrated with a patented thumb control lever for a convenient single handed operation. Destaco 375-M-50 clamp is equipped with a 50 mm longer U hook for closing a fixture at a greater length than standard length U hook clamps. It has flanged base for quick & easily removable installation on a flat surface / workpiece. This clamp has heavy duty steel construction for structural rigidity and durability to prevent bending / breaking under heavy loads (maximum 4000 lb). Raptor Supplies offers this clamp in variants having weld on base for permanent installation; Toggle Lock Plus mechanism for secondary locking of the clamp to prevent its accidental opening. You can order these latch clamps having different hook lengths (standard length, 25 mm 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 a similar (Destaco 374-M-50) latch clamp having a vertical U hook for handling a workpiece placed perpendicular to the clamp base.

Uses:

Destaco 375-M-50 latch clamp is suitable for latching, moulding and assembly operations on fixtures like lids, doors, drums, containers, vessels and access covers. This clamp is generally used in transportation, consumer goods, aerospace, automotive and food & packaging industries.

Features:

• Destaco 375-M-50 pull action latch clamp has a threaded U hook (horizontal) for easy adjustment according to a workpiece.
• This U hook pull bar is 50 mm longer than a standard U hook length for pulling a workpiece at a greater length.
• It is made of heavy duty steel for withstanding regular wear & tear due to harsh usage.
• This clamp has flanged base for quick & easy installation on a horizontal surface / workpiece.
• It has a maximum holding capacity of 4000 lb.
• This clamp has an ergonomic handle that is integrated with a patented thumb control lever for one handed operation.
• The clamp comes with a latch plate for secure attachment to a workpiece.

Compatible Accessories:

• Raptor Supplies can deliver Destaco 385102 latch plate for secure attachment of a workpiece to Destaco 375-M-50 clamp hook.
• Replacement accessories like Destaco thumb control lever (375-ZB1) and hook assembly (375215-M-50) are used to replace the clamp's worn out or faulty parts.

Standards and Approvals:

• Destaco 375-M-50 clamp complies with ISO 9001:2015 & ISO 14001:2015 industry standards for environmental health, user safety and efficient performance of the clamp.

Installation:

• Destaco 375-M-50 clamp features threaded mounting holes on its base & latch plate for quick & easily removable installation on a horizontal surface / workpiece.

Frequently Asked Questions:

Q. What other variants of Destaco 375-M-50 latch clamp are available on Raptor Supplies?

A. Raptor Supplies offers these manual clamps having Destaco Toggle Lock Plus feature (375-R-M-50) to prevent accidental locking of the clamp; weld on base mounting style (375-B-M-50) for permanent, welded installation.

Q. Is Destaco 375-M-50 latch clamp offered in different hook lengths?

A. Raptor Supplies delivers similar latch clamps having different hook lengths, such as standard length (375), 25 mm longer than standard length (375-M-25) and 100 mm longer than standard length (375-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 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.

Q. Can the red handles of the Destaco clamps be removed?

A. Most Destaco clamps feature grips that can be easily removed by simply sliding them off. But some handle grips undergo vinyl dipping to fit the underlying handle and hence, have to be cut off for removal.