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Manual Clamps Overview
This document provides detailed specifications and usage instructions for various types of manual clamps, including swing, hook, toggle, retractable, push, pull, side, toe, cam, snap, thrust, OK-VISE, wedge, and ID/OD clamps. The manual clamps are categorized into different series based on their design and application.

Swing Clamps (SWC Series)
Designed for direct downward pressure, ideal for repetitive clamping operations. Features a swing arm for easy loading and unloading. Available in clockwise and counterclockwise directions with options for black oxide or electroless nickel plating.

Specifications:

Material: SAE-1045 and SAE-4140 alloy steel, heat-treated.
Clamping force varies by model.
Mounting: Top-mounted with two holes.

Heavy Duty Swing Clamps (SWH Series)
Designed for heavy-duty applications, providing significant clamping force.

Specifications:

Material: SAE-4140 and SAE-1045 alloy steel, heat-treated.
Clamping force: Up to 1,348 lbs.
Mounting: Bottom-mounted with four holes.

Usage Instructions
Emphasizes proper handle positioning and torque application to ensure effective clamping without damage.

Conclusion
The document provides comprehensive technical details and operational guidance for selecting and using manual clamps in various industrial applications.

Miniature Cam Action Clamps and Swing Clamps
Designed for direct downward pressure, ideal for repetitive clamping operations. Specifications include clamping height, stroke, force, and load capacity.

Clamping Mechanism: The clamps swing into position and clamp straight down onto the workpiece.

Materials and Finish: Made from SAE-1045 and SAE-4140 alloy steel, heat-treated, with black oxide or electroless nickel plating.

Applications: Suitable for applications requiring precise clamping force to avoid part distortion.

Additional Features: Includes marker plates for indicating handle position and warnings against using impact wrenches on the flange nut.

Retractable and Snap Clamps
Designed for use in automated production lines, made from high-strength alloy steel with a black oxide finish.

Retractable Clamps: Pivot away for easy loading and unloading, providing direct downward pressure.

Snap Clamps: Mini hold-down clamps with a snap-on system for uniform clamping force.

Materials and Construction: Constructed from SAE-4140, SAE-1045, and SAE-4135 alloy steels, ensuring durability and strength.

Usage Instructions: Emphasizes ease of use and efficiency in automated environments.

Material Specifications:
Available in Steel, Nickel Plated, and Stainless styles. Steel and Nickel Plated are made from SAE-4140 alloy steel, while Stainless is made from SCS13.

Clamping Force and Load:
Clamping forces and handle operating loads can vary by +/-20%.

Usage Instructions:
Includes setting the handle for the recommended clamping position and adjusting the spindle.

Snap Clamps – SND and SNS Series:
Use a snap-on system for uniform clamping. Made from alloy steel with a black finish.

Accessories:
Includes sliding cover plates, extension arms, and mounting brackets.

Specifications and Procedures
Includes hex socket head cap screws, flat washers, and different series of thrust and pull clamps.

Procedures:

Mounting Snap Clamps: Remove the handle and install the adapter.
Using Thrust Clamps: Push the clamping bar through the body until contact is made.
Using Pull Clamps: Turn the handle 1/4 turn to pull the pin downward.

Recommendations:

Ensure proper fit for custom clamping bars.
Use cap screws with appropriate thread sizes.

Materials and Construction:

Clamping bodies and bars made from SAE-1045 alloy steel.
Internal cams made from hardened SCM415 alloy steel.

Key Data from Tables:

Dimensions and specifications for various clamp series.

Installation and Usage
Includes procedures for drilling and tapping cap screw holes and locking pin holes.

Product Series:

CP133 Series: Compact side clamps.
J162 Series: Spiral cam edge clamps.
QLSCL Series: Low profile cam edge clamps.

Key Features:

High holding forces and low-profile design.
Quick and secure workholding.

Recommendations:

Choose the appropriate clamp model based on specific requirements.
Ensure proper installation.

Cam Clamping Systems and Wedge Clamps
Designed for efficient workpiece clamping with high force and flexibility.

Cam Clamping Systems:

S-Type Cam Clamping Set: Provides a clamping force of 4,400 lbs.
T-Type Cam Clamp: Features smooth and grooved clamping surfaces.

Wedge Clamps:

Single Wedge Clamps: Fast and flexible workholding solution.
Double Wedge Clamps: Generate additional jaw force.

Key Features:

Clamping elements with both smooth and grooved surfaces.
High clamping force with minimal space usage.

Usage Instructions: Emphasizes proper setup and part changing for optimal performance.

Conclusion: The document serves as a comprehensive guide for selecting and using various clamps and jaws in machining applications, providing essential specifications and best practices for effective use.

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THRUST MANUAL CLAMPS Manual Clamps 9 Precision Tooling Plates, Blocks & Locators 189 Quick Release Ball Lock Pins & Fasteners 315 Spring & Ball Plungers 377 Adjustable Levers & Handles 407 Hand Wheels & Crank Handles 483 Machine Accessories 509 MANUAL CLAMPS

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SWING CLAMPS - SWC SERIES - W/ HANDLE These miniature swing clamps swing into position and clamp straight down onto the work piece for direct downward pressure. The arm swings completely out of the way to allow for easy loading and unloading of the work piece. Ideal for repetitive clamping operations. Contact bolt can be reversed for finished or rough surfaces. Mounts from the top with two mounting holes. Part numbers ending with R have a clockwise clamping direction, part numbers ending in L have a counter clockwise clamping direction. The body, handle and spindle are made from SAE-1045 alloy...

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*Allowable load to operate handle These swing clamps swing into position, then clamp straight down onto the work piece for direct downward pressure. When releasing the clamp, the clamp swings out 65 degrees for easy removal and placement of the work piece. Excellent for repetitive clamping operations. The tapped end of the clamp arm allows for custom clamping tip and greater clamping range. Can be ordered in either clockwise or counter clockwise clamping movement. Four screws and two locating holes allow for secure fastening and precision locating. Mounting bases are also available to provide...

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SWING CLAMPS - SWH SERIES - HEAVY DUTY These Heavy Duty Swing Clamps swing into position then clamp straight down onto the work piece for direct downward pressure. The arm swings completely out of the way to allow for easy loading and unloading of the work piece. Ideal for repetitive clamping operations. The tapped end of the clamp arm allows for a clamping tip to be added. Mounts from the bottom with four mounting holes. Mounting bases are available that allow top side mounting. To operate: load the work piece, turn the adjustment knob to rotate and lower the clamp arm over the work piece. Rotate...

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Black Oxide Finish ^Allowable load to operate handle. These miniature cam action clamps swing into position and clamp straight down onto the work piece for direct downward pressure. The arm swings completely out of the way to allow for easy loading and unloading of the work piece. Ideal for repetitive clamping operations. Contact bolt can be reversed for finished or rough surfaces. Mounts from the top with two mounting holes. Part numbers ending with R have a clockwise clamping direction, part numbers ending in L have a counter clockwise clamping direction. The body, handle and spindle are made...

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i&imAoSWING CLAMPS - SWCK SERIES - W/ ADJUSTABLE HANDLE ^Allowable load to operate handle These miniature swing clamps swing into position and clamp straight down onto the work piece for direct downward pressure. The arm swings completely out of the way to allow for easy loading and unloading of the work piece. The adjustable handle allows for greater clamping stroke and clamping forces. The adjustable handle allows for tightening in limited space and can be moved out of the way to avoid interference. Contact bolt can be reversed for finished or rough surfaces. Mounts from the top with two mounting...

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To prevent damage, do not use power tools (impact wrench) to turn the flange nut. ^Allowable load to operate handle These miniature clamps swing into position and clamp straight down onto the work piece for direct downward pressure. The arm swings completely out of the way to allow for easy loading and unloading of the work piece. The flange nut is used to activate the swing arm and allows the user to apply precise pressure by using a torque wrench or a removable handle to avoid interference. Ideal for applications were precise clamping force is required to avoid part distortion. Comes with a...

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These swing clamps swing into position, then clamp straight down onto the work piece for direct downward pressure. When releasing the clamp, the arm swings out 90 degrees for easy removal and placement of the work piece. These clamps are designed to be used with an adjustable torque impact wrench for quick clamping and accurate clamping pressure. They are ideal for repetitive production clamping operations. The tapped end of the clamp arm allows for installing a clamping tip. The body and shaft are made from SAE-4140 alloy steel. The clamp arm is made from SAE-1045 alloy steel. Parts are heat...

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These swing clamps swing into position, then clamp straight down onto the work piece for direct downward pressure. When releasing the clamp, the arm swings out 90 degrees for easy removal and placement of the work piece. The internal spiral groove forces positive clamp arm rotation both in the clamping and unclamping motions. These clamps are designed to be used in robotized production lines where robots use nut runners. The tapped end of the clamp arm allows for installing a clamping tip. The body and shaft are made from SAE-4140 alloy steel. The clamp arm is made from SAE-1045 alloy steel....

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RETRACTABLE CLAMPS - RE SERIES - W/ ADJUSTABLE HANDLE These miniature retractable clamps pivot completely away from the work piece for easy loading and unloading. The clamp moves forward and downward into position and clamps straight down onto the work piece for direct downward pressure. The adjustable handle is then tightened to apply clamping pressure and allows for longer clamping stroke and greater clamping force. These clamps are ideal for repetitive accurate clamping operations. They come with a contact bolt that can be reversed for finished or rough work piece surfaces. Mounts from the...

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Rough Finished Surface Contact Surface Contact These miniature retractable clamps pivot completely away from the work piece for easy loading and unloading. The clamp moves forward and downward into position and clamps straight down onto the work piece for direct downward pressure. The cam handle is then pushed down for final workholding pressure. These clamps are ideal for repetitive accurate clamping operations. They come with a contact bolt that can be reversed for finished or rough work piece surfaces. Mounts from the top with two mounting holes. The body and spindle are made from SAE-1045...

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