MANUALCLAMPINGCUSTOMSOLUTIONS

Custom Solutions for Manual Clamps

Below are some examples of standard products modified to customer specified custom solutions.
If there is no product that fits your needs, we will partner with your to design a product that fits.

Model 330 Model 2002-U Model 604

Standard Product Standard Product Standard Product

330-201 Stainless steel clamp with

special hook and locking tab

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2002-200 with bar cut and 604-229 Stainless steel straight

bolt retainer welded on line clamp used in chemical
machining process

Contact us today to get started on your custom application: clamps@destaco.com

Markets

Industrial Aerospace Food & Packaging Transportation Consumer Goods

Applications

Assembly Welding Fixture and Testing CNC/Machining White Goods/ Woodworking

Appliance

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MAKINGOURPRODUCTSSPECIALFORYOU
Custom Solutions for Manual Clamps
DESTACO offers three levels of modifications for customizing our manual clamping products to fit
our customers specified applications. Depending on the severity of the modifications, quoting times
may take longer.

Model 202 Model 630-M

Level 1 Modifications: Standard Product
Standard Product
Alternate standard accessories
Removal of grips
Alternate plating/coating

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Alternate vinyl dipping
Quotes within 1 day*
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202-200 without grip,

with imperial threaded 630-38 with electroless nickel plating
spindle

Level 2 Modifications: Model 2002-U

Standard Product
Handle and arm extensions
Custom hooks for pull-action clamps
Cut-off handles and arms
Drilled & tapped arms
Quotes within 3 days*

2002-201 with special T-handle

Level 3 Modifications: Model 624/624-MM

Standard Product
Engineered modifications
Special plungers for straight line action clamps
Quotes within 5 days*

Model 802-U
Standard Product

624-MM-872 with modified handle and

square plunger

802-U219 with handle for manual operation

(*) All inquiries sub¡ect to minimum order

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Manual Clamping Technology

Selecting The Proper DESTACO Clamp (A) the part material: such as, steel, wood, plastic
The information contained in this catalog is designed or glass, etc.
to help you select the right clamp to accomplish your (B) the surface finish of the part: such as, polished,
job. DESTACO distributor personnel, as well as hard or soft, etc.
DESTACO's Technical Service department, are (C) the machining or assembly operation: such as,
qualified and willing to offer assistance in special or milling, welding, drilling, bonding, joining or
unusual applications. For most ordinary applications, sealing a mold, etc.
however, consideration of the following points will In order to ensure clamp strength is not compromised,
lead to the proper clamp selection use all the mounting holes provided.
• Size and shape of the parts to be held. Red handle grips are provided on each model. Users
• Uniformity of part size (Should you consider a spring- should only locate their hand in this area when operat-
loaded spindle to compensate for uneven parts?) ing ttie clamp, thus reducing the possibility of in¡ury.
• Holding capacity required
• Strength and dexterity of the operator
• Operator's position (Should you use horizontal or Safety Handle
vertical handle models?) This ergonomic handle provides
• Frequency of operation (Should you plan for a greater operator comfort.
temporary or permanent fixture?)
• Time cycle of operation (Should you consider
a turntable or conveyor set-up if curing time is
required?) eiW
• Cycling time and sequence (Should you consider
air-operated models that can be operated faster Safety Feature
and in sequence?) This safety link prevents ac-
• Environment (Should a stainless steel model cidental injury to an operator
be considered?) when opening the clamp.

Processing Applications Clamp Series 201, 202, 207,

Remember, the same toggle action force multiplying 210,247,267
principle can be applied to other tasks besides hold-
ing. Certain DESTACO models can be used to position Safety Distance
parts, power fixtures or perform mechanical functions Exclusive handle design gives
such as piercing sheet metal, staking rivets or locating. more hand clearance between
bar and handle when clamp is
OEM Applications in fully open position.
DESTACO clamps provide ready-made, compact
devices for moving or holding components. A little Clamp Series 213, 217, 227,
imagination will often show the product designer a 237, 245
way to obtain motion or locking force with no tooling
costs and often at less cost than custom designed
components. Thousands of DESTACO clamps will
be found installed as original equipment for cleanout
door latches, wheel locks, positioning devices, etc.

Safety
Our concern is not only the constant high quality
of our products, but also their fail-safe and foolproof
handling. The knowledge gathered since 1936
guarantees a developed, safe and high-quality
clamping unit.
A certain clamping force will be necessary to safely
hold a part. This force is determined by taking the
following into account:

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DESTACO Toggle-Lock Plus Clamps 1/Zz

We have taken several of our most popular toggle clamps and have
added a locking release lever for improved safety. The locking release
lever helps ensure that the over-center locking condition is maintained.
Clamped
In order to unlock each clamp, the locking lever must first be released. position
The additional locking feature expands the range of applications where
DESTACO clamps can be used. If a clamp application warrants concerns Open
Position
over accidental or unintentional opening, then a DESTACO Toggle-Lock
Plus clamp is right for the job.

The most important models at a glance:

Vertical hold-down clamp Straight line action clamp
• Handle is vertical in clamped position • Forward movement of the handle pushes the
• Holding capacities up to 22,25kN [5000lbf.] plunger into the forward position
• Opening angle between 650and 215° • Can be used as a push clamp and pull clamp,
locking in two positions
• Holding capacities of 445N-71,2kN [100-6,000lbfl

Horizontal hold-down clamp Latch clamp

• Very low profile • Convenient one-hand operation due
• Handle is horizontal in the clamped position to the patented thumb control lever
• Holding capacities up to 7,5kN [1,6801bfl • Compact models
• Opening angle between 90" and 1050 • Holding capacities up
to 33,4kN [7,500lbfl

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Plier clamp
• Flexible clamping and fixturing
• Also equipped with quick release lever
• Holding capacities 450N-5340N [100-1200lbfl

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How Toggle Action Works Toggle Action Principle

Toggle action clamps operate through a linkage system
of levers and pivots. The fixed-length levers, connected
by pivot pins, supply the action and clamping force.
Toggle action has an over-center lock point which
is a fixed stop and linkage. Once in the over-center
position, the clamp cannot move or unlock unless the
linkage is moved. All types of toggle clamps have this
same action, ¡ust oriented differently.
Center position
Toggle Action Force Factors
The maximum clamping or exerting force developed
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in any toggle action clamp is attained when the three
pivot points of the mechanism are in a straight line.
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While this is theoretically true, it makes no allowance Over-center, clamped position
for vibration and intermittent load conditions found
in industrial applications. Such conditions would soon Toggle Action Clamps Compared with
unlock an improperly designed clamp. The proper Cam Action Clamps
amount of over-center travel to produce maximum Cam action uses frictional force to effect a locking
holding force and yet ensure positive locking is condition between the cam surface on the bar and
a carefully calculated and controlled dimension the follower on the handle. Toggle action clamps
developed by years of experimentation and experience. have many advantages over cam action clamps,
mainly because cam action clamps allow some
Throughout this catalog each clamp is rated with its movement while clamping. Toggle action clamps
"holding capacity." This is the maximum load or force thus provide a more consistent clamping point, can
the clamp will sustain in the closed and locked position be manufactured from inexpensive materials, and
without permanent deflection. Exerting forces applied are available in stainless steel for outdoor or corrosive
as the clamp closes are less than the holding capacity, applications. If the material being clamped has a
and are dependent on variables such as the position variable thickness, however, a cam action clamp has
of the operator's hand on the handle; amount of force the ability to better accommodate this application.
applied; and position of the spindle on the bar.

What about the forces? Holding Capacity

In the case of clamping products, a clear distinction The "holding capacity" of DESTACO toggle clamps
must be made between exerting forces and holding has been determined by actual tests. It is defined as
capacities. Here are the essential features: the maximum amount of force which may be applied
to the work holding bar, in the closed position,
Exerting or Clamping Force without creating permanent deformation of the clamp
The "exerting force" of our air toggle clamps is well components. This maximum force is measured at a
defined and can be found on page 7. Manually point closest to the base and diminishes as the spindle
operated clamps present a series of variables to approaches the end of the bar. The ratings for
determine actual exerting force. holding capacity are maximum
and should not be
These variables are: exceeded. These
(a) the force exerted on the handle by the operator; values include a
safety factor.
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(b) the point on the handle where this force is applied;
(c) the mechanical advantage in the linkage; and 4eno
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(d) the point on the work holding bar where the
force will be measured. As a general rule, the
mechanical advantage available throughout
the line ranges 2:1 to 10:1 '1! 'O.

Exerting force Holding capacity

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Calculating Exerting or Clamping Force

The table below depicts holding capacity (HC) and clamping force (EF) data for a typical manual clamp. The
clamping force (EF) is expressed as a ratio of the force that is applied to the clamp handle (AF). In this example,
either 10:1 or 5.3:1 depending upon position of the clamping point on the clamp arm. That is, at position Xl,
the maximum clamping force (EF) that can be generated is 10 times the force that is applied to the clamp handle.

Model X X1 X2 Y $1-1C1 $HC2 tEF(X1):AF $EF(X2):AF

[1.59] I [1.95] I [3.92] I [5.16] I [1000Ibf.] I [4701bf.]
2007-( ) 40,5 I 49,5 I 99,5 I 131 I 4450N I 2090N 10:1 5.3:1

Dimensions shown "mm [inch]" t HC = Holding Capacity, EF = Exerting Force, AF = Applied Force
Refer to page MC-TEC-4 for additional information.

Examples:
1. Find the force (AF) the operator would have to apply to the clamp to generate a clamping force of
400N [90lbf.] at the end of the clamp arm (X1).
AF = 400
10 = 40N [9lbf.]
2. What is the maximum clamp force that can be generated at X2 if the operator is only able to apply
20N [4.5lbf.] to the clamp handle?
EF = 20 • 5,3 = 106N [24Ibf.]

Calculating Holding Capacity

The holding capacity (HC) ratings shown in the table are in relation to the pivot point of the clamping arm. This is
useful in estimating the holding capacity at an intermediate clamping point along the arm, or at a point beyond
the length of the standard clamping arm.

Examples:
1. Find the maximum holding capacity if the clamping point is 40mm [1.5in.] from the front of the base of the clamp.
• Step 1 — find the clamping distance from the clamping point to the pivot point
Xc = 40mm + X = 40mm + 40,5mm = 80.5mm
• Step 2 — express the holding capacity as a moment
M = X1 • HC1 = 49,5mm x 4450N = 220275 N•mm
• Step 3 — calculate the holding capacity at XC
HC = M Xc = 220275 80,5 = 2736N [615lbf.]

2. Find the maximum holding capacity if the clamp arm is extended by 25mm [lin.]
Xc = 25+X2 = 25 + 99,5 = 124,5mm
M = X2 • HC2 = 99,5mm • 2090mm = 207955 N•mm
HC = M Xc = 207955 124,5 = 1670N [375Ibf.]

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General Specifications

Material, finishes, treatments, etc. of DESTACO Modifications

products are changed from time-to-time to improve Making changes to the clamp may affect the
performance or reliability. These items are, naturally, performance of the product. The life expectancy of
sub¡ect to change without notice. In the interest of a clamp is dependent upon many factors, including
catalog longevity, they are not discussed in detail alterations to the clamping bar, handle, or the addition
throughout the catalog. As of the date of going to of any tooling. Manual clamps are rated using hand
press, however, the following specifications apply power to actuate them. The use of "cheater bars"
unless noted otherwise: or hammers to impact the opening or closing of
the clamp is expressly prohibited.
Materials
In general, light and medium duty clamp components Maintenance
are made from low carbon cold-rolled steel. Materials Manual clamps are generally maintenance free;
for other models vary depending upon the clamp however, lubrication of pivot points will extend the
model and specific engineering requirements. These life of the clamp dramatically. Clamps are shipped
materials include low to medium carbon steel castings from the factory with a light coating of oil, occasional
and forgings, heat treated as necessary to obtain the lubrication with a lightweight machine oil at pivot
desired mechanical properties. points is recommended. A typical oil specification
is ISO grade 22 or 46 (SAE No. 10W or 20).
Pivot pins for most light and medium duty clamps
are cold headed from precision cold drawn type 430, Temperature Limits
EN 1.4016 stainless steel. Pins for heavy duty models DESTACO manual clamps are intended to be used
are made from heat treated alloy steel. Bushings at normal ambient temperatures. These limits are
used in select models are made from low carbon, intended to be guidelines and you should contact
case-hardened steel for wear resistance and serrated DESTACO if you have a specific application concern.
on the outside diameter to prevent rotation. For low-carbon steel clamps: -65°F(-54°C) to
480°F(250°C); for stainless steel (type 304): up
Ergonomic grips are made from an oil-resistant to 750°F (400°C). These values are based upon
plasticized PVC compound, while some handles maintaining the tensile strength of the material,
and locking levers covered with plastisol dipping. due to the many variables associated with operating
clamps at elevated temperatures service life may be
Stainless Steel affected. Bear in mind that for low carbon steel parts
Stamped components in our stainless steel clamps that are zinc plated, the plating has a useful service
are made from type 302/304, 1.4300 or 1.4301 temperature of up to 250°F(120°C), but corrosion
(or comparable) stainless steel, annealed & cold rolled. inhibiting properties degrade above 140°F(60°C).
Machined stainless steel components are type 303, These temperatures are NOT inclusive of any plastic
EN1.4305 (or comparable). grip, vinyl dipping, rubber spindle accessory,
pneumatic, or hydraulic actuator.
Finishes
Most manual toggle clamps are electro-plated zinc
per ASTM B633-98, SC1, type2 (or comparable).
Most cast or forged components are finished black
oxide with light oil to add corrosion protection.

Mounting
To properly secure the clamp to the mounting surface
and achieve the clamp's rating, all mounting holes
provided must be used.

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