DESTACO 344 Pull Action Latch Clamp, U Hook, Flanged Base, Steel, 4000 lb

Destaco 344 pull action latch clamp features a patented thumb control lever for quick, safe and one-handed operation, to improve productivity. This U hook style latch clamp is used to repetitively open & close doors and lids during latching, moulding and assembly operations. The clamp is mounted perpendicular to the latch surface for pulling workpieces. This clamp is ideal for holding workpieces that are perpendicular to the mounting surface. This latch clamp is made of steel for providing strength and reducing breaking / bending / clamp failure under heavy loads. The clamp attains the locked position by moving the handle to place the clamping pull bar around the opposing latch and pressing it down towards the opposing surface.We also offer Destaco 334 Series pull action latch clamps having a maximum holding capacity of 1000 lb and exerting force to applied force ratio of 31:1. If you want to order these latch clamps with longer hooks (25 / 50 / 100 mm), simply add -M-25, -M-50 or -M-100 at the end of the model number.

Uses:

• Destaco 344 latch clamp is ideal for holding and closing lids, containers, drums, vessels, chamber doors, covers & access doors. This clamp is also used during moulding & assembly operations in the transportation, aerospace, automotive and food processing & packaging industries.

Features:

• Destaco 344 pull action latch clamp is equipped with a threaded U-hook (vertical) pull bar for easy adjustment.
• This clamp is integrated with a patented thumb control lever for one-handed operation of the clamp.
• It has flanged base mounting style for easy mounting on any surface and a maximum holding capacity of 2000 lb.
• This latch clamp has steel construction for exceptional structural rigidity and durability to withstand highly abrasive environments / industrial conditions.
• The drawing movement of the clamp without thumb control is 2.48 inches and the maximum hook adjustment is 1.26 inches.
• The clamp ratio of exerting force (pushing) to applied force (pulling) is 45:1.

Compatible Accessories:

• Raptor Supplies offers Destaco 344-ZB1 replacement thumb control lever to replace the patented thumb control lever of Destaco 344 latch clamp.
• 344101 latch plate provides tight closure of clamp upon pressing the handle.
• Raptor Supplies can deliver Destaco replacement hook assembly (344215) for replacing the clamp's worn out or faulty hook.

Standards and Approvals:

• Destaco 344 latch clamp is ISO 9001:2015 & ISO 14001:2015 certified for exceptional performance of the clamp.

Installation:

• Destaco 344 pull action latch clamp has two pairs of screwable threaded mounting holes for quick and secure installation onto the base of flat surfaces / workbenches.
• When required, this clamp can be easily removed by simply unscrewing using a screwdriver.

Frequently Asked Questions:

Q. Does Destaco offer manual clamps with similar specifications as Destaco 344 pull action latch clamp?

A. Destaco supplies similar latch clamps in different hook lengths: 25 mm longer than standard length (344-M-25), 50 mm longer than standard length (344-M-50) and 100 mm longer than standard hook length . Raptor Supplies can also deliver manual clamps in variants having stainless steel construction (344-SS) for corrosion resistance under harsh environmental conditions or Destaco Toggle Lock Plus mechanism (344-R) to prevent accidental disconnection of the clamp.

Q. Which grease is recommended for Destaco clamps during service or maintenance?

A. Coupling greases like Mobil XTC are used for rebuilding or maintenance of Destaco clamps.

Q. What does holding capacity or holding force signify?

A. The holding capacity indicates the maximum external force that a clamp in a locked position can resist safely, without getting deformed permanently.

Q. Can Destaco clamps be used for hoisting or lifting operations?

A. No, Destaco clamps cannot be used for hoisting or lifting applications.

Q. How do latch clamps work?

A. These pull action latch clamps depend mainly on 3 components - a base for attaching the clamp to the surface, a handle for operating the tool, and a clamping arm for contact point between the work item & clamp. The handle is moved for creating force perpendicular to the base and squeeze-holding the work items when the linkage system / hook of the clamp is put in the over-centre position.

Q. How to select the right type of latch clamp?

A. Destaco clamps feature steel or stainless steel construction and are available in flange & narrow flange base mounting styles for easy installation. They are offered in varying holding capacities, indicating the maximum external force that a clamp can resist safely (in locked position), without getting deformed permanently. Also, one should calculate the distance between the clamping plate and workpiece in its farthest position, before choosing a latch clamp.

Q. What does the red colour of the handle of Destaco clamps mean?

A. The red coloured handles indicate a recognisable area for the user to grab onto when operating the clamp.