Destaco 385 Seriespull action latch clamps are used to pull workpieces that are parallel to the base. They feature ergonomic handles to place a horizontal U hook around an opposing latch that is attached to a workpiece. They are suitable for closing & opening doors & lids repetitively in latching, moulding and assembly operations. The clamp handles are equipped with a thumb control lever for a convenient single handed operation. Destaco 385 clamp features a flanged base for quick & easy mounting onto flat, horizontal surfaces. This latch clamp has steel construction for preventing bending / breaking due to heavy duty usage. Raptor Supplies offers this clamp in variants having stainless steel construction for corrosion resistance; a low profile handle for installation of the clamp in compact spaces; Toggle Lock Plus mechanism for preventing accidental opening of the clamp. You can order these latch clamps with longer hooks (25, 50 & 100 mm), by simply adding -M-25, -M-50 or -M-100 at the end of the model number.
Uses:
Destaco 385 latch clamp is designed for moulding, sealing and assembling operations in consumer goods, aerospace, and food & packaging industries. This clamp is also ideal for closure or latching applications on doors, lids, drums, access covers and containers.
Features:
- Destaco 385 pull action latch clamp has heavy duty steel construction for structural integrity and durability while providing a maximum hold capacity of 7500 lb.
- This clamp has a flanged base for quick & easy mounting on flat, horizontal surfaces.
- It is equipped with a threaded U hook (horizontal) for easy adjustment of workpieces.
- The clamp comes with a patented thumb control lever for one handed operation.
- The clamp offers an exerting force (pushing) to applied force (pulling) ratio of 44:1.
- Drawing movement of the clamp without thumb control is 2.31 inches and max hook adjustment is 1.07 inches.
Compatible Accessories:
- Raptor Supplies delivers Destaco 385102 latch plate for easy mounting of Destaco 385 clamp and secure attachment of hook.
- Destaco thumb control lever (385-ZB1) and hook assembly (385215) are used to replace the clamp's worn out or faulty parts.
Standards and Approvals:
- Destaco 385 clamp complies with ISO 9001:2015 & ISO 14001:2015 industrial standards for ensuring environmental health, user safety and efficient performance of the clamps.
Installation:
- Destaco 385 clamp is mounted to the surfaces using 2 pairs of threaded holes on either side of the clamp base.
Frequently Asked Questions:
Q. Is Destaco 385 latch clamp offered in different hook lengths?
A. Destaco supplies similar latch clamps having different hook lengths of 25 mm longer than standard length (385-M-25), 50 mm longer than standard length (385-M-50) and 100 mm longer than standard hook length (385-M-100).
Q. What other variants of Destaco 385 latch clamp are available on Raptor Supplies?
A. Raptor Supplies offers these manual clamps in variants having stainless steel construction (385-SS) to prevent accidental opening of the clamp. We also offer this clamp with a low profile handle (385-L) for occupying less space during installation & operation.
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. This manual clamp is integrated with Destaco Toggle Lock Plus feature (385-R) to prevent accidental opening of the clamp.
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.
