DESTACO 5305 Toggle Clamp, Solid Bar Clamping Arm, 600 lb Capacity

Destaco 5305 horizontal hold down clamp is suitable for holding down workpieces against flat surfaces in metalworking facilities. This hold down action clamp is ideal for applications that require working on the same workpiece repeatedly. It features a solid bar style clamping arm that keeps the workpiece stationary throughout the operation & prevents it from loosening / slipping. Its low profile design minimises the space requirement for clamp installation & usage, thereby enabling ease of operation in confined spaces. It has carbon steel construction & black oxide finish for ensuring strength and preventing bending / breaking under heavy loads. Destaco horizontal hold down clamp features hardened steel bushings & pivot pins for ensuring durability. The clamps solid clamping arm is capable of being modified for accommodating various application requirements. However, this clamp is not recommended for machining, woodworking, food & packaging and checking closures. Destaco 5305 Series clamps are also available in solid style base & Toggle Lock Plus enabled variants on Raptor Supplies.

Uses:

Destaco 5305 horizontal hold down clamp is designed for assembling & welding fixtures and performing light machining operations in various industrial facilities.

Features:

• Destaco 5305 horizontal hold down toggle locking clamp comes with a solid bar style clamping arm that keeps the workpiece stationary throughout the operation & prevents it from loosening / slipping.
• The clamp's carbon steel construction & black oxide finish minimises damage / wear against harsh industrial environments.
• Destaco horizontal hold down clamp features hardened steel bushings & pivot pins for ensuring durability.
• It features low profile design for ensuring ease of clamping in confined spaces.
• Destaco horizontal hold down clamp's handle features plastic grip for preventing hand slippage mid operation.
• It features a straight base with a single pair of mounting holes for ease of installation on vertical surfaces / workbenches.
• Destaco also offers a wide range of low profile horizontal hold down clamps in a range of configurations & styles, such as J hook style clamping arm, low profile T style handle & Toggle Lock Plus enabled clamps.

Standards and Approvals:

• Destaco 5305 horizontal hold down toggle locking clamp comes with a solid bar style clamping arm that keeps the workpiece stationary throughout the operation & prevents it from loosening / slipping.
• The clamp's carbon steel construction & black oxide finish minimises damage / wear against harsh industrial environments.
• Destaco horizontal hold down clamp features hardened steel bushings & pivot pins for ensuring durability.
• It features low profile design for ensuring ease of clamping in confined spaces.
• Destaco horizontal hold down clamp's handle features plastic grip for preventing hand slippage mid operation.
• It features a straight base with a single pair of mounting holes for ease of installation on vertical surfaces / workbenches.
• Destaco also offers a wide range of low profile horizontal hold down clamps in a range of configurations & styles, such as J hook style clamping arm, low profile T style handle & Toggle Lock Plus enabled clamps.

Frequently Asked Questions:

Q. What is a horizontal hold down clamp?

A. Destaco horizontal hold down clamps are designed for keeping a workpiece stationary against a flat surface / workbench, ideal for various industrial applications like metalworking and woodworking.

Q. How do horizontal hold down clamps work?

A. They feature a solid bar style clamping arm that is manually operated using a handle / lever. This handle movement pushes the arm against the workpiece and prevents it from moving mid operation, thereby ensuring secure clamping.

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

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

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. Which grease is recommended for use with Destaco clamps when rebuilding?

A. For ensuring smooth operation & durability of mechanical clamps, it is recommended to use a coupling grease like Mobil XTC.

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

A. The red coloured handles alert the user about the location of the operating handle and when he should grab it. The red colour has no additional advantage to the working of the clamps.

Q. Does the brand offer horizontal hold down clamps in other base mounting styles?

A. Yes, in addition to this flanged base variant, Destaco also offers solid base (Destaco 5305-BR & Destaco 5305-B) horizontal clamps.

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

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