DESTACO 202-T Vertical Hold Down Clamp, Solid Bar, T Handle, Steel, 200 lb

Vertical hold down clamps feature a straight / T handle that is perpendicularly oriented to the clamp base (in the locked position). These handles can be moved for pushing the clamping arm and attached spindle assembly against the workpieces to keep them stationary throughout the operation while preventing them from loosening / slipping. Destaco 202 Series vertical hold down clamps are suitable for holding down workpieces during woodworking, light machining, assembly, fixture checking, testing & closure operations that require regular clamping or detaching of the workpieces. Destaco 202-T manual clamp has steel construction for providing strength and minimising breaking / bending due to rough handling of the clamp. This clamp is equipped with a T handle for easy gripping and low profile operation. It features a solid clamping bar for attaching a neoprene spindle at a fixed position. This clamp has a flanged base with threaded mounting holes for quick installation on a flat, horizontal surface / workpiece. Raptor Supplies offers this clamp in variants having stainless steel construction, U bar, open U bar, long U bar, straight base and straight handle configurations for ease of use in applications with varying requirements.

Uses:

• This Destaco 202-T vertical hold down clamp is used in the transportation, consumer goods, aerospace, automotive and food & packaging industries for checking fixtures, assembly, testing and woodworking operations. It is also ideal for closing fixtures like chamber / access doors, lids and covers.

Features:

• Destaco 202-T vertical hold down clamp is equipped with a low profile T handle to reduce space requirement for installation & operation of the clamp.
• It has a solid clamping bar for accomodating a spindle at a fixed position.
• This clamp has flanged base mounting for easy installation on flat horizontal surfaces / workpieces and holding a maximum load of 200 lb.
• It has steel construction for providing structural integrity & durability in heavy duty operations.
• The clamp handle can be pushed down up to 65 degrees for opening the clamp bar up to 105 degrees.
• This clamp has a height of 0.93 inches and clamp arm length of 1.31 inches.

Compatible Accessories:

• Raptor Supplies delivers Destaco 202208-M flat tip bonded neoprene spindle for attaching to the clamping arm and holding down workpieces.
• Destaco 215105 flanged washers can be used for flexible adjustment of the spindle while operating Destaco 202-T vertical hold down clamp.

Standards and Approvals:

• Destaco 202-T vertical hold down clamp adheres to ISO 9001:2015 & ISO 14001:2015 standards for environmental health, safety and efficient performance of the clamp.

Installation:

• Destaco 202-T hold down clamp has two threaded holes on either side of the flanged base for secure mounting of the clamp.

Frequently Asked Questions:

Q. What other variants of Destaco 202-T clamp are available on Raptor Supplies?

A. Destaco offers this clamp in variants having straight handle (Destaco 202) for user comfort over prolonged use and U clamping bar (Destaco 202-TU) for flexible adjustment of spindle assembly. For more variants related to Destaco 202-T clamp, visit the Destaco 202 Series clamps page on our website.

Q. What does holding capacity mean in terms of clamps?

A. The holding force or the holding capacity depicts the clamp's ideal capability to hold down equipment or sheet metal on assembly lines or during similar manufacturing processes.

Q. What is the difference between a vertical & horizontal toggle clamp?

A. The difference lies in the positioning of the clamp handle when the clamp is in the locked condition. A vertical clamp handle is oriented vertically (perpendicular to the base) when in locked position, while in the case of a horizontal toggle clamp, it is positioned horizontally (parallel to the base).

Q. How do vertical hold down clamps work?

A. Certain solid bar style clamps like Destaco 202-T feature a spindle that is manually operated using a vertical handle / lever. This handle movement pushes the spindle against the workpiece and prevents it from moving mid operation, thereby ensuring secure clamping.

Q. Which grease is recommended for use 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 the handle signify anything on Destaco clamps?A. The red coloured handles alert the operator of the location of the operating handle and when he should grab it.

Q. Can we remove the handles of Destaco clamps?

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

Q. Are Destaco clamps load rated for hoisting and / or lifting applications?

A. No, Destaco clamps are not designed for hoisting or lifting applications to allow safe & secure operation.