Destaco 608 straight line action clamp is used in the metalworking, aerospace, automotive and food & packaging industries for applying clamping force sideways rather than from the top (securing the workpiece in limited space). This straight line action clamp comes integrated with a lever handle that engages the plunger to press against the workpiece & hold it in place during fixturing, welding, testing, plastic injection molding, tensioning devices, CNC machining, assembling and staking or light pressworking of industrial equipment. Besides locking in the extended position, this straight line action clamp also allows handle rotation and falling below the mounting plane to be locked in the retracted position. Destaco 608 straight line action clamp is equipped with an easy to operate push / pull handle that moves the plunger in & out along its axis. This straight line action clamp features a flanged base with threaded holes for quick & secure mounting of the clamps to a worktable or flat surface. This straight line action clamp unit is made of stainless steel for resisting corrosion on exposed surfaces and is capable of holding loads up to 850 lb.
Uses:
Destaco 608 straight line action clamp is used in the aerospace, automotive, metalworking and food & packaging industries for welding, testing, plastic injection molding, fixturing, tensioning devices, CNC machining, automotive part assembling and staking or light pressworking of industrial equipment.
Features:
- Destaco 608 straight line clamp features reverse handle action to keep the handle out of the work zone.
- This straight line action clamp comes with Toggle Lock Plus feature to prevent accidental opening of the clamp due to vibrations.
- Destaco 608 straight line clamp is made of steel for structural rigidity and resisting corrosion on exposed surfaces.
- Destaco 608 straight line clamp incorporates an ergonomically designed vinyl handle for locking in both extended and retracted positions.
- This straight line action clamp has a flanged base for easy and secure installation on worktables or flat surfaces.
- Destaco 608 straight line clamp is capable of holding loads up to 850 lb.
Compatible Accessories:
- Destaco 210203: This hex head spindle is designed for use with Destaco 608 Series straight line action clamps. This spindle is LABS (silicone) free and provides resistance against oil.
Standards and Approvals:
- Destaco 608 straight line action clamp is manufactured in compliance with ISO 9001:2015 & ISO 14001:2015 standards to provide safety to the user, good environmental health and enhanced performance of the clamp.
Installation:
- Destaco 608 straight line action clamp has a flanged base with threaded holes for easy and secure installation.
Frequently Asked Questions:
Q. How does a straight line action clamp work?
A. A straight line clamp includes a sliding plunger to provide straight line clamping action. The plunger can be locked in either pulling or pushing direction for holding workpieces.
Q. How to choose the right straight line action clamp?
A. Destaco clamps have steel or stainless steel construction and are available in variants having flange, narrow flange, straight or solid base mounting styles for easy installation. These clamps are available in varying holding capacities to denote the maximum external force that a clamp in the locked position can resist safely, without getting deformed permanently. Straight line action clamps also feature imperial or metric plunger threads for secure installation. The customers should choose clamps on the basis of distance travelled by plungers in their extended position.
Q. Which grease is ideal for Destaco clamps for their rebuilding?
A. A coupling grease like Mobil XTC should be used when dealing with Destaco mechanical clamps, while the Magnalube G grease is great for use with pneumatic cylinder seals.
Q. What does the clamp's holding capacity mean ?
A. The clamp's holding capacity or holding force is basically the capability of a clamp for holding down mechanical equipment or sheet metal while assembling automotive parts or during similar manufacturing processes.
Q. What is the significance of the red colour of the handle of Destaco clamps?
A. There is no such significance of the colour of the clamp's handle, as it only represents a recognisable area. This helps operators in finding the handle quickly & easily.
Q. What does clamping force mean?
A. Clamping force is the amount of force actually applied to the workpiece by closing & locking the clamp. It is normally less than the stated holding capacity. The actual clamping force depends on various factors, including 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. Does Destaco supply any water resistant clamp sensors?
A. Yes, Destaco also supplies inductive sensors designed in accordance with IP65 standards to ensure protection from powerful hydraulic jets, dust & heavy rain.
