DESTACO 385-M-100 Pull Action Latch Clamp, Flanged Base, Carbon Steel

Destaco 385-M-100 pull action latch clamp is designed for performing latching operations on doors, moulds, access covers, lids, vessels, containers & drums. This pull action latch clamp is ideal for holding down workpieces in food & packaging, automotive & aerospace facilities. It has an insulated, easy to hold plastic grip for minimising user fatigue over prolonged use. Destaco pull action latch clamp features carbon steel construction for minimising damage / wear against heavy loads while ensuring high abrasion resistance. It features a patented thumb control lever that enables one handed operation for user convenience. It has threaded U hooks for ensuring easy material adjustment (depending upon the workpiece size). Its flanged base features two pairs of mounting holes for ensuring quick & easy installation on a flat surface / workbench. It can easily be uninstalled by just unscrewing the screws on its flanged base using a screwdriver. Destaco 385 Series latch clampsare available in variants having U hooks of varied sizes on Raptor Supplies.

Uses:

Destaco 385-M-100 pull action latch clamp is designed for performing latching operations on doors, moulds, access covers, lids, vessels, containers & drums.

Features:

• Destaco 385-M-100 pull action latch clamp features a patented thumb control lever that enables one handed operation for user convenience.
• Its flanged base features two pairs of mounting holes for ensuring quick & easy installation on a flat surface / workbench. Upon requirement, this flanged base can be easily removed just by unscrewing the screws.
• Destaco pull action latch clamp's handle features plastic grip for preventing hand slippage mid operation.
• It has threaded U hooks for ensuring easy material adjustment (depending upon the workpiece size).
• Destaco pull action latch clamp features carbon steel construction for minimising damage / wear against heavy loads while ensuring high abrasion resistance.

Compatible Accessories:

• Destaco 385215-M-100: These replacement hook assemblies are used for holding the latch plate & workpiece using Destaco 385-M-100 pull action latch clamp.

Standards and Approvals:

• Destaco 385-M-100 pull action latch clamp is manufactured in compliance with ISO 9001:2015 & ISO 14001:2015 international industry standards.

Installation:

• Destaco 385-M-100 pull action latch clamp has a flanged style base for enabling secure installation on flat surfaces / workbenches. Upon requirement, this flanged base can be easily removed just by unscrewing its screws.

Frequently Asked Questions:

Q. What is a vertical pull action latch clamp?

A. Destaco pull action latch clamps have horizontally positioned handles and U hooks, which makes them suitable for latching applications on lids, doors, drums, vessels, containers & access covers, as well as assembly & moulding operations.

Q. Does the brand offer vertical pull action latch clamps in other configurations?

A. Destaco also offers a wide range of horizontal handle toggle clamps in a range of configurations & styles and constructions (stainless steel & zinc plated carbon steel).

Q. How do horizontal pull action latch clamps work?

A. Some U hook style latch clamps (like Destaco 385-M-100 pull action clamp) feature a long U hook that is manually fastened using a handle. A locking assembly is also screwed onto the workpiece to hold the clamp's U hook, thereby keeping tension between the clamp & workpiece for ensuring secure clamping.

Q. Does the brand offer horizontal pull action latch clamps in other constructions?

A. Yes, in addition to Destaco 385-M-100 carbon steel latch clamp, the brand also supplies stainless steel latch clamps (Destaco 385-SS & Destaco 385-RSS).

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 sheet metal on the assembly line or during similar manufacturing processes.

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. Does the red colour of Destaco clamp handles mean anything?

A. The coloured handles have no such significance, except to denote a recognisable area. This is done to alert the operator where the operating handle is and where & when should he grab it.

Q. What does clamping force mean?

A. Clamping force is the amount of force actually applied to a workpiece by closing & locking the clamp. It is normally less than the stated holding capacity. The actual clamping force depends on various factors, such as cylinder bore, cylinder area, spindle position (clamping arm length) and available air pressure. In most cases, the clamping force is approximately 2 to 3 times the force exerted by a pneumatic cylinder.

Q. Are Destaco clamps rust resistant?

A. Yes, carbon steel clamps from Destaco are zinc plated for withstanding & minimising wear against harsh industrial environments. For applications that require clamping in outdoor conditions, stainless steel clamps are also available.