De-sta-co 205-U Toggle Clamp 60 Lb Horizontal U-bar

Product Description

The DE-STA-CO 205-U is a manual hold-down toggle clamp designed to secure workpieces firmly during machining, welding, assembly, and fixture operations. Built from carbon steel with a zinc finish, it delivers a holding capacity of 60 pounds (265 N) in a compact horizontal orientation. The straight red handle moves through 80 degrees to lock or release the U-bar, which opens 90 degrees for fast workpiece changes. A fixed spindle with M4x0.7 thread and 0.37-inch travel allows fine clamping adjustment. At only 0.06 pounds, this clamp is suited for light-duty jigs and fixtures where space and weight are at a premium. Installation requires a flanged base mounting pattern with four holes.

The 205-U is used in light manufacturing, woodworking, metalworking, and assembly fixture applications where repeatable, positive clamping is needed in a horizontal configuration. The flanged base mounts directly to fixture plates, jig boards, or machine tables. Its small overall footprint - 2.71 inches long and 0.67 inches tall - makes it a practical choice for closely spaced fixture layouts or benchtop tooling where multiple clamps must be positioned in tight arrangements. The included spindle, two nuts, and two washers provide everything needed for initial installation.

Key Features

• 60 lb (265 N) holding capacity for reliable light-duty workpiece retention
• Horizontal handle orientation with 80-degree handle movement for ergonomic operation
• U-bar with 90-degree bar opening allows quick part loading and unloading
• Fixed spindle with M4x0.7 thread and 0.37-inch spindle travel for precise clamping adjustment
• Carbon steel construction with zinc finish coating for corrosion resistance
• Flanged base with four mounting holes for secure fixture integration
• Includes spindle, two nuts, and two washers - ready to mount out of the package

Compatibility

Designed as an OEM-style replacement or direct-fit addition for standard light-duty toggle clamp fixture applications requiring a horizontal, flanged-base, U-bar hold-down clamp with an M4x0.7 spindle thread.

Installation Notes

Mounting is performed using the four flanged base holes with a 0.16-inch mounting hole diameter; confirm fastener size against the fixture plate before drilling. Ensure the fixture or work surface is secured and the workpiece is properly positioned before engaging the clamp handle. Follow all applicable workshop safety procedures and equipment lockout requirements when integrating clamps into powered machinery or automated fixtures. Verify spindle adjustment provides positive clamping force without overloading the rated 60 lb capacity.