DESTACO 441 Squeeze Action Plier Clamp, 275 lb Holding Capacity, Steel

Destaco 441 squeeze action plier clamp, also known as plier clamp or portable clamp, is designed for holding single / multiple workpieces together in automotive, aerospace and food & packaging facilities. This squeeze action plier clamp is well suited for providing quick & flexible clamping in high workload environments. This medium duty squeeze action clamp features forged alloy steel construction for structural rigidity and resisting corrosion on exposed surfaces. This clamp is machined to tight tolerances for applications that demand high precision clamping for workpiece manufacturing and repairing tasks. Destaco 441 squeeze action plier clamp comes with a two way trigger release mechanism that enables easy one handed operation. It comes equipped with hex head spindles for maximum clamping and is capable of withstanding loads up to 275 lb. This squeeze action plier clamp comes with an automatic locking mechanism that is engaged when both the clamp handles are tightly squeezed against the central position.

Uses:

Destaco 441 squeeze action plier clamp is designed for plastic injection moulding, welding & assembly operations in the automotive, aerospace and food & packaging industries.

Features:

• Destaco 441 light-duty squeeze action plier clamp is made from drop-forged alloy steel with zinc finish.
• It is ideal for assembling, holding and welding applications.
• This squeeze action clamp features vinyl-coated plier handles for automatically locked clamping, by applying pressure with the jaw.
• It is supplied with a hex head spindle having M8 thread size for screw-type locking mechanism.

Compatible Accessories:

• Destaco 441203-M: These hex head spindle assemblies feature threaded bodies that aid in the quick & easy installation of Destaco 441 squeeze action plier clamp on flat surfaces / workbenches. These spindle assemblies can also be used to replace worn out / damaged spindles to extend the service life of your clamps and reduce the risk of marring when rubber stoppers begin to wear away.

Standards and Approvals:

• Destaco 441 squeeze action plier clamp is constructed according to international standards like ISO 14001:2015 & ISO 9001:2015 for ensuring environmental health & safety, and efficient performance of the clamp.

Installation:

• Destaco 441 squeeze action plier clamp can be easily installed by opening the clamp's jaw using the handle. The handles are then tightly squeezed together against the central position for locking the clamp in place.

Frequently Asked Questions:

Q. What is a squeeze action plier clamp?

A. Destaco squeeze action plier clamps are manually operated squeeze style clamps that are used for various applications including plastic injection moulding, welding & assembly. They are ideal for the automotive, aerospace and food & packaging industries.

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 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. What is manual clamping?

A. Unlike pneumatic straight line action clamps, regular manual clamps from Destaco feature separate handles for engaging the plunger to hold the workpiece in place.

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 assembly lines 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 colour of the clamp's handle, as it only represents a recognisable area. This helps operators in finding the handle quickly & easily.

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. 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.