De-sta-co 868-LC Pneumatic Hold Down Toggle Clamp

Product Description

The DE-STA-CO 868-LC is a pneumatic hold down toggle clamp designed for high-force workholding applications in industrial and manufacturing environments. It delivers an inner holding capacity of 4,002 pounds (17,800 N) and operates via a pneumatic cylinder with a 2.48-inch bore. The solid bar opens to 91 degrees, providing clear access to the workpiece during loading and unloading. With a height under bar of 4.2 inches and a maximum air pressure rating of 10 bar, this clamp is built for consistent, repeatable clamping cycles on production fixtures and assembly lines. Licensed HVAC techs, machinists, and fixture builders working in automated or semi-automated cells are the primary installers.

The 868-LC is suited for vertical mounting on production jigs, welding fixtures, and machining stations where reliable pneumatic actuation is required. Its G1/4 port accepts standard pneumatic fittings common in industrial plant air systems. The clamp supports Round and T-Slot sensor compatibility, making it compatible with position-sensing setups for automated cycle confirmation. Overall closed height is 13.9 inches and overall closed length is 10.17 inches, sizing it for mid-to-large fixture frames.

Key Features

• 4,002 lb (17,800 N) inner holding capacity for high-force workholding
• 2.48-inch cylinder bore with maximum 10 bar operating air pressure
• 91-degree solid bar opening for unobstructed workpiece access
• G1/4 port size for standard industrial pneumatic connections
• Round and T-Slot sensor compatibility for automated position feedback
• Vertical mounting orientation with 0.41-inch mounting holes

Compatibility

Designed as an OEM-style pneumatic hold down toggle clamp for use on industrial workholding fixtures, welding jigs, and machining stations requiring vertical pneumatic actuation.

Installation Notes

Installation should be performed by qualified maintenance technicians or fixture builders familiar with pneumatic systems and industrial workholding equipment. Isolate and bleed all air pressure from the pneumatic circuit before mounting or servicing the clamp. Use appropriately rated pneumatic fittings and tubing rated for the system operating pressure, and verify that plant air supply does not exceed the 10 bar maximum rated pressure. Follow applicable OSHA machine guarding and safety standards when integrating this clamp into automated or semi-automated production equipment.